DU19 (Houding, “Houding”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the posterior midline of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to DU20 (Baihui), and 4 cun superior to the external occipital protuberance. It dispels wind, calms the spirit, and pacifies convulsions.
On the posterior midline of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to DU20 (Baihui), and 4 cun superior to the external occipital protuberance.
Transverse (subcutaneous) insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
Dispels wind, calms the spirit, and pacifies convulsions..
Headache, vertigo, dizziness, neck pain, stiffness of the neck, aversion to wind and cold, epilepsy, convulsions, mania, manic running, inability to sleep, vexation in the heart, migratory joint pain (Li Jie Feng) with sweating, partial headache, pain in the forehead and skull..
DU19 is a key point for addressing internal wind affecting the head and mind, particularly for conditions like epilepsy, mania, and severe dizziness. Its location posterior to the vertex makes it effective for calming the spirit and pacifying convulsions, especially when combined with other points for epilepsy like DU18 (Qiangjian). It is also used for wind-related headaches and vertigo, often when there is a sensation of things spinning or a feeling of being off-balance.
DU19 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU19 (Houding) is located on the posterior midline of the head, 1.5 cun directly posterior to DU20 (Baihui), and 4 cun superior to the external occipital protuberance.
DU19 dispels wind, calms the spirit, and pacifies convulsions. Common clinical indications include headache, vertigo, dizziness, neck pain, stiffness of the neck, aversion to wind and cold, epilepsy, convulsions, mania, manic running, inability to sleep, vexation in the heart, migratory joint pain (Li Jie Feng) with sweating, partial headache, pain in the forehead and skull.
Transverse (subcutaneous) insertion, 0.5 to 1.0 cun.
DU19 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).