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悬颅

Synonyms:
  1. GB5
  2. Xuanlu
  3. 懸顱

Xuanlu
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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.