GV23 - Shangxing (Governing Vessel Point 23)
Point features
Where is it located
GV23 is located 1 cun posterior to the anterior hairline, on the frontal midline.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Opens the nose and upper respiratory tract
- Calms agitated Shen
- Treats insomnia and mental restlessness
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Chronic or acute nasal congestion
- Insomnia due to overthinking
- Anxiety
- Frontal headache
- Further information available in the app
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.
AcupointsMap -
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What you can find with AcupointsMap:
- 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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