DU25 (Suliao, “Suliao”) is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel Meridian. It is located on the midline of the face, at the very tip of the nose. It restores consciousness, clears the senses, and opens the nasal passages.
On the midline of the face, at the very tip of the nose.
Puncture perpendicularly or obliquely upward 0.2 to 0.3 cun. Some sources advocate for pricking to bleed.
Restores consciousness, clears the senses, and opens the nasal passages..
Nosebleed, nasal polyps, difficult breathing, loss of consciousness, shock, redness and pain of the nose..
Suliao is a primary point for reviving consciousness from collapse or shock, often pricked to bleed. It is also the most important local point for any disorder of the nose, including nosebleeds, polyps, rhinitis, and congestion. Its location at the end of the Governing Vessel pathway highlights its ability to clear the senses and refresh the mind.
DU25 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:
DU25 (Suliao) is located on the midline of the face, at the very tip of the nose.
DU25 restores consciousness, clears the senses, and opens the nasal passages. Common clinical indications include nosebleed, nasal polyps, difficult breathing, loss of consciousness, shock, redness and pain of the nose.
Puncture perpendicularly or obliquely upward 0.2 to 0.3 cun. Some sources advocate for pricking to bleed.
DU25 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).