GB8 (Shuaigu, “Leading Valley”) is an acupuncture point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located on the side of the head, in the temporal region, directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline. It dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head and ears, calms fright.
On the side of the head, in the temporal region, directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline.
Subcutaneous insertion, 0.5 to 1.5 cun.
Dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head and ears, calms fright..
Headache, migraine, dizziness, vertigo, vomiting, infantile convulsions, fright, toothache, pain and stiffness of the neck, eye pain, blurred vision, alcohol-induced headache..
Shuaigu is a primary point for treating lateral headaches, especially migraines, and is often palpated for tenderness. Its location above the ear also makes it effective for dizziness and vertigo associated with inner ear issues. The classical indication for treating the effects of alcohol consumption remains a useful clinical application for hangovers accompanied by headache and vomiting.
GB8 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
GB8 (Shuaigu) is located on the side of the head, in the temporal region, directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline.
GB8 dispels wind, alleviates pain, benefits the head and ears, calms fright. Common clinical indications include headache, migraine, dizziness, vertigo, vomiting, infantile convulsions, fright, toothache, pain and stiffness of the neck, eye pain, blurred vision, alcohol-induced headache.
Subcutaneous insertion, 0.5 to 1.5 cun.
GB8 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).