GB-08, Lǜ Gǔ, 率谷, Leading Valley
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| Categories |
| Meeting point of GB and BL • Empirical - LV Yang Rising headache |
| Location |
| 1 cun above ear apex; It's easier to palpate the point while the subject is chewing. |
| Needling |
| Type: Transverse Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Description: Transverse insertion 0.5-1.5 cun. |
| Caution: Avoid deep needling. |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Eliminates wind, benefits the head and alleviates pain: One-sided headache, heaviness of the head, head wind, pain at the corner of the forehead [36] • Liver yang rising headaches. [42] |
| Energetics 2 |
| Treats alcohol intoxication. Incessant vomiting, cold Stomach, phlegm qi diaphragm pain, inability to eat, agitation and fullness on eating or drinking [36] |
| Energetics 3 |
| THREADING: Tai Yang to GB8 (Patient supine, side lying or sitting on chair; horizontal threading from Tai Yang to GB8; indicated for ear disorders (tinnitus, ear pain)[Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint. Personal Communications] |
| Energetics 4 |
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Information in this post came from many sources, including class notes, practitioners, websites, webinars, books, magazines, and editor's personal experience. While the original source often came from historical Chinese texts, variations may result from the numerous English translations. Always consult a doctor prior to using these drugs. The information here is strictly for educational purposes.