GB40 is located in the anterior and inferior depression of the lateral malleolus, between the tendons of the long extensor of the toes and the fibula, on the dorsolateral surface of the foot.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
Regulates the Qi of the Gallbladder and Liver
Relaxes the tendons and harmonizes the joints
Dissipates Heat and enhances decision-making (psychoenergetic)
Acts on the Gallbladder Zang organ through its Yuan point function
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What is it for
Foot and lateral ankle pain and swelling
Chest tightness and costal pain from Qi stagnation
Anxiety, chronic indecision, nervous tension
Hepatobiliary dysfunctions and lateral digestive disorders
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In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with GB40, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
GB40 Qiuxu, 'Hill of Collapsing', is the Yuan point of the Gallbladder meridian, and as such directly acts on the function of the corresponding Fu organ.
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
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Complete functions and therapeutic indications
Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
Complete pathway of the meridian of Gallbladder
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