GB 23 Acupuncture Point

Gallbladder 23, Abbreviated as GB 23, Transliterated Zhejin in Chinese, Flank Sinews in English.

GB 23 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the lateral side of the chest, 1 cun anterior to GB 22, at the level of the nipple, in the 4th intercostal space.

GB 23 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Chest congestion, pain in the hypochondrium
  • Asthma

GB 23 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Opens the chest, lowers rebellious Qi.