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GV20

Hundred Meetings

百会 · Bǎi Huì

Du Meridian

Location (取穴)

At the top of the head, on the midline. Find it by tracing a line from the tips of both ears over the crown — it's at the intersection with the midline.

Technique (手法)

Press gently downward with the fingertip or tap lightly with the fingers. Hold steady pressure for 1-2 minutes. Can also use gentle circular massage.

Benefits

  • Improves mental clarity and focus
  • Lifts mood and calms the spirit
  • Relieves headaches at the top of the head

Conditions Treated

mental clarityheadachedizzinessdepressionmemorystress

Cautions

Use light pressure only. Avoid in patients with uncontrolled hypertension or after recent head trauma.