GB-12, Wán Gǔ , 完骨, Mastoid Process
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| Categories |
| Meeting Point of the Gall Bladder and Bladder channels |
| Location |
| Depression posterior and inferior to the mastoid process. |
| Needling |
| Type: Oblique Depth: 0.5 to 1 cun, 1 to 1.5 cun |
| Description: 0.5-1 cun oblique inferiorly |
| Caution: |
| Notes |
| Energetics 1 |
| Excess above/ deficiency below, dispel wind, relief pain, treat head disorders |
| Energetics 2 |
| Excess above: Headaches, neck stiffness and pain, epilepsy, hemiplegia, mouth and eye deviation • Deficiency below: atrophy and weakness of limbs • Calm Shen: insomnia, mania, heart agitation, mania |
| Energetics 3 |
| THREADING: GB12 to SJ17 (Patient prone, side lying or sitting on chair; horizontal threading; indicated for neck pain, vertigo, headaches, TMJ disorders, tinnitus)[Fan, Y. July 22, 2024. Powerpoint] |
| Energetics 4 |
| Energetics 5 |
| Energetics 6 |
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.
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