GB 1 Acupuncture Point Theory

The acupuncture point "GB 1" , 瞳子髎, is represented by "Tong Zi Liao" in pinyin and "Pupil Bone Hole" in english and may be found:

.5 cun lateral to the outer canthus of the eye in a depression on the lateral side of the orbit.

Of many possible clinical applications, it may be considered to influence the following issues/symptoms:

LV Yang/Heat Rising effecting the head - headache, eye problems, similar to Taiyang which is used more.
Local point for manifestations of heat - pain, inflammation, etc

GB 1 has some precautions to be considered (see our precautions list).

Avoid Moxa (MX)

Gb 1 has the following theoretical associations which serve as important guideposts in designing an effective treatment protocol:

Explore gb 1 functional grouping theory - Entry Exit Point.