Points cited for Headache Tension How often each point appears across the 3 entries ranked highest for Headache Tension. Citation frequency, not a recommendation.
GB20 Wind Pool Gallbladder Meridian 3 of 3 GV20 100 Convergences Governing Vessel 2 of 3 BL04 Deviating Turn Bladder Meridian 1 of 3 BL10 Celestial Pillar Bladder Meridian 1 of 3 GB05 Suspended Skull Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 GB08 Leading Valley Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 GB12 Mastoid Process Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 GB43 Narrow Stream Gallbladder Meridian 1 of 3 KD03 Great Stream Kidney Meridian 1 of 3 LI04 Junction Valley Large Intestine Meridian 1 of 3 LV02 Passing Between Liver Meridian 1 of 3 LV03 Great Surge Liver Meridian 1 of 3 Each card names its evidence kind. What these labels mean
Protocol (6 points) 100% BL04 · BL10 · GB05 · GB12 · GB20 · GV20
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🗺️ Meridian: Bladder Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 曲差 (qū chà)
🎯 Location: 0.5 thumb widths directly above the midpoint of the anterior hairline and 1.5 thumb widths lateral to the midline at the junction of the medial 1/3 and lateral 2/3 of the distance from GV24 to the ST08.
⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications.
🛡️ Treats: Shortness of Breath , Heat , Nasal Congestion , Agitation , Nosebleed
Protocol (6 points) 100% KD03 · TB05 · GB08 · GB20 · GB43 · LV02
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Protocol (5 points) 100% LI04 · GB20 · LV03 · GV20 · XH05
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🗺️ Meridian: Large Intestine Meridian
🇨🇳 Chinese: 合谷 (hé gǔ)
🎯 Location: On the dorsum of the hand between 1st & 2nd metacarpal bones approximately in the middle of the 2nd metacarpal bone on the radial side.
⚠️ Cautions: Traditionally forbidden in pregnancy – these are the points used to bring on labour at term. Controlled data show no excess of preterm birth or stillbirth (Carr 2015), but in pregnancy needle only on a clear obstetric indication.
🛡️ Treats: Fever , Tinnitus , Release Exterior , Absent Periods , Wind
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Buy Using Acupoints for Headache Tension Self-Treatment Guidelines Locate acupoints using anatomical landmarks Apply firm, steady pressure for 1-3 minutes Treat 2-3 times daily for best results When to Seek Professional Help Severe or persistent Headache Tension Symptoms worsen despite treatment If you have underlying health conditions Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.
