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后顶

Synonyms:
  1. GV19
  2. Houding
  3. 後頂

Houding
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Houding(GV19,后顶) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Governor Vessel.

Location

1.5 cun directly above Qiangjian(GV18), or 1.5 cun posterior to Baihui(GV20).

Indication

  • ①Vertigo, headache;
  • ②epilepsy.

Method

Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable.