合谷 (Hégǔ)
Large Intestine channel · point 4
Yuan-Source pointCommand point of the face and mouth
Location
On the dorsum of the hand between the 1st and 2nd metacarpals, at the midpoint of the 2nd metacarpal on the radial side.
Needling
Depth:
0.5–1.0 cun
⚠ Cautions: Contraindicated in pregnancy (strongly moves Qi and Blood).
Functions
- Expels Wind, releases the Exterior
- Stops pain
- Regulates the face, nose, mouth
Indications
HeadacheToothacheFacial painCommon cold
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