DU17 (Naohu, “Brain's Door”) is the Meeting point of Du and Bladder meridians point of the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the posterior midline, 1.5 cun directly superior to DU16, in the depression on the superior border of the external occipital protuberance. It calms the spirit, clears the head, dispels wind.
On the posterior midline, 1.5 cun directly superior to DU16, in the depression on the superior border of the external occipital protuberance.
Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution for brain.
Calms the spirit, clears the head, dispels wind.
Headache, neck rigidity, dizziness, epilepsy, insomnia, mental disorders.
DU17, a meeting point of the Du and Bladder meridians, is primarily used for clearing the head and calming the spirit, particularly in cases of headache, dizziness, and mental disorders. It is also indicated for wind-related conditions affecting the head, such as epilepsy and neck rigidity. Its action on the brain makes it relevant for memory issues and poor concentration. It is often used with DU20 for its synergistic effect on the brain and spirit.
DU17 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU17 (Naohu) is located on the posterior midline, 1.5 cun directly superior to DU16, in the depression on the superior border of the external occipital protuberance.
DU17 calms the spirit, clears the head, dispels wind. Common clinical indications include headache, neck rigidity, dizziness, epilepsy, insomnia, mental disorders.
Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Caution for brain. Caution: ⚠ Spinal cord deep to this point: oblique/limited depth; never deep perpendicular at the midline.
DU17 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).