GB5

Xuanlu(GB5,悬颅) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Shaoyang Gall Bladder Meridian of Foot.

Location

Within the temple, mid-point between Touwei(ST8) and Qubin(GB7).

Indication

• ①Migraine;
• ②redness with pain and swelling of the eye;
• ③toothache.

Method

Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.