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Lingtai

Synonyms:
  1. 灵台
  2. GV10
  3. 靈臺

Lingtai
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Lingtai(GV10,灵台) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Governor Vessel.

Location

On the midline of the lower back, in the depression below the spinous process of the 6th thoracic vertebra(T6).

Indication

  • ①Bronchitis, asthma ;
  • ②pain and rigidity of neck;
  • ③furuncles.

Method

Puncture obliquely upward 0.5-1.0 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.