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GB20
Wind Pool
风池 · Fēng Chí
Gallbladder MeridianLocation (取穴)
At the base of the skull, in the hollow between the two large neck muscles (sternocleidomastoid and trapezius), level with the earlobe.
Technique (手法)
Use both thumbs to press upward and inward toward the center of the skull. Apply firm pressure for 1-2 minutes. Can combine with slow neck rotation.
Benefits
- ✓ Relieves headaches and migraines
- ✓ Eases neck pain and stiffness
- ✓ Clears dizziness and blurred vision
Conditions Treated
headacheneck paindizzinesscoldeye strainstress
Cautions
Use moderate pressure only. Avoid if you have a neck injury or cervical disc issues.