Point features

Where is it located

GV23 is located 1 cun posterior to the anterior hairline, on the frontal midline.

Functions

• Opens the nose and upper respiratory tract
• Calms agitated Shen
• Treats insomnia and mental restlessness

What is it for

• Chronic or acute nasal congestion
• Insomnia due to overthinking
• Anxiety
• Frontal headache

📲 In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with GV23, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.

Curiosity

GV23 has a unique function in regulating the upper airways and calming agitation caused by obstruction.

Available on the AcupointsMap app:

• Interactive 3D visualization of the point
• Complete functions and therapeutic indications
• Needle insertion methods and detailed localization
• Complete pathway of the meridian of Governing Vessel
• Main, Luo, Divergent, Muscle and Extraordinary Meridians
• Associated pathology sheets
• Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin

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