GV27 - Duiduan (Governing Vessel Point 27)

Point features
Where is it located
GV27 is located on the upper lip border, in the center, on the midline, just below GV26.
The location is often not easily identifiable on 2D maps.
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Functions
- Restores verbal and expressive Qi
- Tonifies the posterior nervous system
- Treats aphasia and agitation due to trauma
- Further information available in the app
What is it for
- Aphasia
- Post-stroke mutism
- Expressive disorders from trauma or shock
- Neurological emergency stimulation
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In the app, you can explore all the conditions treatable with GV27, its interactions with other points, and its relation to classical TCM.
Curiosity
GV27 is indicated in cases where the patient has difficulty speaking, expressing, or articulating words after trauma.
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- Interactive 3D visualization of the point
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- Associated pathology sheets
- Treatment management on patients and connection with the 3D mannequin
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