GB35 Yang Intersection

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GB35 (Yangjiao, “Yang Intersection”) is the Xi-Cleft of the Yang Wei Mai point of the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located on the lateral aspect of the lower leg, 7 cun superior to the prominence of the lateral malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula. It regulates the Yang Wei Mai, soothes the sinews, calms the spirit, and resolves fullness in the chest.

Location

On the lateral aspect of the lower leg, 7 cun superior to the prominence of the lateral malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula.

Needling

Perpendicular or slightly oblique insertion, 0.8 to 1.5 cun, directed towards the anterior border of the fibula.

TCM functions

Regulates the Yang Wei Mai, soothes the sinews, calms the spirit, and resolves fullness in the chest..

Indications

Cold reversal (han jue), fright and madness (jing kuang), clonic spasm (chizong), lockjaw, chest fullness and swelling, face swelling, knee pain..

Xi-Cleft of the Yang Wei Mai

Clinical notes

As the Xi-Cleft point of the Yang Wei Mai, Yangjiao is a key point for acute conditions affecting the lateral side of the body and for sudden, severe psycho-emotional disturbances. Its indications for fright, madness, and clonic spasm highlight its ability to anchor the spirit and pacify internal wind. It also addresses fullness and distention in the chest, reflecting the pathway of the Yang Wei Mai.

On the Gallbladder Channel channel

GB35 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:

Frequently asked questions

Where is GB35 located?

GB35 (Yangjiao) is located on the lateral aspect of the lower leg, 7 cun superior to the prominence of the lateral malleolus, on the posterior border of the fibula.

What is GB35 used for?

GB35 regulates the Yang Wei Mai, soothes the sinews, calms the spirit, and resolves fullness in the chest. Common clinical indications include cold reversal (han jue), fright and madness (jing kuang), clonic spasm (chizong), lockjaw, chest fullness and swelling, face swelling, knee pain.

How is GB35 needled?

Perpendicular or slightly oblique insertion, 0.8 to 1.5 cun, directed towards the anterior border of the fibula.

Which meridian is GB35 on?

GB35 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).

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