TB5 (Wàiguān, “Outer Pass”) is the Luo-connecting point of the Triple Burner Meridian. It is located 2 cun proximal to TB4, on the dorsal forearm, between the radius and ulna. It expels wind and releases the exterior, clears heat, activates the channel and alleviates pain.
2 cun proximal to TB4, on the dorsal forearm, between the radius and ulna.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.
Expels wind and releases the exterior, clears heat, activates the channel and alleviates pain.
Febrile diseases, headache, tinnitus, deafness, pain in the hypochondriac region, motor impairment of the elbow and arm, tremor of the hand.
TB5 is a powerful Luo-connecting point and the confluent point of the Yang Wei Mai, making it exceptional for releasing the exterior and expelling wind, particularly for wind-heat conditions like fever, headache, and sore throat. Its connection to the Yang Wei Mai allows it to regulate the exterior and interior, making it effective for conditions affecting the lateral aspect of the body. It is renowned for treating pain and immobility of the wrist and arm, and is often paired with GB41 to open the Dai Mai and treat hypochondriac pain.
TB5 is one of 23 points on the Triple Burner Meridian. Nearby points:
TB5 (Wàiguān) is located 2 cun proximal to TB4, on the dorsal forearm, between the radius and ulna.
TB5 expels wind and releases the exterior, clears heat, activates the channel and alleviates pain. Common clinical indications include febrile diseases, headache, tinnitus, deafness, pain in the hypochondriac region, motor impairment of the elbow and arm, tremor of the hand.
Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1.0 cun.
TB5 is a point on the Triple Burner Meridian (Sān Jiāo).