GB10 Floating White

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GB10 (Fúbái, “Floating White”) is an acupuncture point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located on the head, posterior and superior to the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle one-third and lower one-third of the curve connecting GB7 and GB12. It benefits the ear, clears heat, alleviates pain.

Location

On the head, posterior and superior to the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle one-third and lower one-third of the curve connecting GB7 and GB12.

Needling

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution: Intracranial structures.

TCM functions

Benefits the ear, clears heat, alleviates pain.

Indications

Tinnitus, deafness, headache, neck pain.

Clinical notes

GB10, Fúbái, is a crucial point for disorders of the ear, particularly tinnitus, deafness, and ear pain, especially when associated with Liver Yang rising or wind-heat. Its ability to clear heat and benefit the ear makes it a go-to point for acute ear infections and Meniere's disease. It is often paired with SJ21 and SI19 for a strong local effect on ear conditions.

On the Gallbladder Channel channel

GB10 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is GB10 located?

GB10 (Fúbái) is located on the head, posterior and superior to the mastoid process, at the junction of the middle one-third and lower one-third of the curve connecting GB7 and GB12.

What is GB10 used for?

GB10 benefits the ear, clears heat, alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include tinnitus, deafness, headache, neck pain.

How is GB10 needled?

Transverse insertion 0.5-1.0 cun. Caution: Intracranial structures.

Which meridian is GB10 on?

GB10 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).

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