Qiangjian

Qiangjian

Qiangjian(GV18,强间) is an acupuncture point in the meridian named Governor Vessel.

Location

On the back of the head, 4 cun superior the middle of the posterior hairline. 1.5 cun above Naohu (GV17).

Indication

• ①Headache, vertigo, neck rigidity ;
• ②dizziness;
• ③epilepsy.

Method

Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 inch. Moxibustion is applicable