GB44 (Zuyinqi, “Foot Orifice Yin”) is the Jing-Well (Metal) point of the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located on the lateral side of the 4th toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail. It clears heat, benefits the head and eyes, and revives consciousness.
On the lateral side of the 4th toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.1-0.2 cun, or prick to bleed. Avoid the bone.
Clears heat, benefits the head and eyes, and revives consciousness.
Headache, eye pain, fever, nightmares, fainting.
GB44, the Jing-Well (Metal) point, is located at the extremity of the meridian and is primarily used for clearing heat and reviving consciousness in acute conditions. It is effective for severe headaches, dizziness, and eye pain, particularly when associated with Liver Yang rising or Liver fire. Its strong clearing action makes it a good choice for acute febrile diseases with high fever and agitation.
GB44 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
GB44 (Zuyinqi) is located on the lateral side of the 4th toe, 0.1 cun posterior to the corner of the nail.
GB44 clears heat, benefits the head and eyes, and revives consciousness. Common clinical indications include headache, eye pain, fever, nightmares, fainting.
Perpendicular or oblique insertion 0.1-0.2 cun, or prick to bleed. Avoid the bone.
GB44 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).