DU25 Suliao

Reviewed by · Licensed Acupuncturist & TCM Physician · Last reviewed June 2026

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.

Location

On the midline of the face, at the very tip of the nose.

Needling

Puncture perpendicularly or obliquely upward 0.2 to 0.3 cun. Some sources advocate for pricking to bleed.

TCM functions

Restores consciousness, clears the senses, and opens the nasal passages..

Indications

Nosebleed, nasal polyps, difficult breathing, loss of consciousness, shock, redness and pain of the nose..

Clinical notes

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.

On the Governing Vessel channel

DU25 is one of 28 points on the Governing Vessel Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is DU25 located?

DU25 (Suliao) is located on the midline of the face, at the very tip of the nose.

What is DU25 used for?

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.

How is DU25 needled?

Puncture perpendicularly or obliquely upward 0.2 to 0.3 cun. Some sources advocate for pricking to bleed.

Which meridian is DU25 on?

DU25 is a point on the Governing Vessel Meridian (Dū Mài).

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