Governing Vessel 14, Abbreviated as GV 14, also known as DU 14, Transliterated Dazhui in Chinese, Great Vertebra in English.
GV 14 Acupuncture Point Location:
On the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra.
GV 14 Acupuncture Point Indications:
- Febrile disease, malaria, hectic fever, and night sweats
- Aversion to cold, common cold, redness, swelling and pain of the eye, neck rigidity and pain
- Epilepsy
- Cough
GV 14 Acupuncture Point Benefits:
Clears Heat, releases the Exterior, dispels Wind, regulates Wei and Ying Qi, treats malaria.
Classification:
Crossing point of the Three Yang Meridians of the Hand and the Three Yang Meridians of the Foot.
Notes:
GV 14 is one of the most important points to release the Exterior and treat Wind-Heat (cold/flu). It’s also a main point in treating Summer Heat.
