GV 12 Acupuncture Point

Governing Vessel 12, Abbreviated as GV 12, also known as DU 12, Transliterated Shenzhu in Chinese, Body Pillar in English.

GV 12 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the back, on the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the 3rd thoracic vertebra.

GV 12 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Cough, asthma
  • Epilepsy
  • Back stiffness and pain

GV 12 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Clears Lung-Heat, tonifies Lung Qi, strengthens the body, dispels interior Wind.