GB8 (Shuaigu, “Leading Valley”) is an acupuncture point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. It is located directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline. It dispels wind, clears heat, and alleviates pain.
Directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline.
Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Avoid the temporal artery.
Dispels wind, clears heat, and alleviates pain.
Migraine, dizziness, blurred vision, temporal headache.
GB8 is a significant point for dispelling wind and clearing heat from the head, making it highly effective for various types of headaches, especially temporal headaches and migraines. It is also used for dizziness, vertigo, and facial pain. Its ability to calm the spirit makes it useful for irritability and insomnia associated with Liver Yang rising, often needled with Taiyang for unilateral headaches.
GB8 is one of 44 points on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian. Nearby points:
GB8 (Shuaigu) is located directly superior to the apex of the ear, 1.5 cun within the hairline.
GB8 dispels wind, clears heat, and alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include migraine, dizziness, blurred vision, temporal headache.
Subcutaneous insertion 0.3-0.5 cun. Avoid the temporal artery.
GB8 is a point on the Gallbladder Channel Meridian (Zú Shàoyáng Dǎnjīng).