Acupoints for Skin Swelling

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Points indicated for Skin Swelling

These points list this symptom among their indications. That is an index lookup, not a protocol – no study selected them together, and no cause has been differentiated. Reference only.

GB05Suspended Skull

GB05 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 懸顱 (xuán lú)

🎯 Location: Within the hairline of the temporal region the midway of the border line connecting st8 and gb7.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications for head points.

🛡️ Treats: Heat, Wind, Pain, Facial Swelling, Agitation

GB06Suspended Tuft

GB06 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Gallbladder Meridian

🇨🇳 Chinese: 懸厘 (xuán lí)

🎯 Location: Within the hairline at the junction of the lower ¼ and upper ¾ of the distance between st8 and gb7.

⚠️ Cautions: No specific contraindications for head points.

🛡️ Treats: Tinnitus, Heat, Wind, Pain, Loss of Appetite

GV22Fontanelle Meeting

GV22 acupoint
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🗺️ Meridian: Governing Vessel

🇨🇳 Chinese: 囟會 (xìn huì)

🎯 Location: 2 thumb widths posterior to the midpoint of the anterior hairline 3 thumb widths anterior to the du20.

⚠️ Cautions: Caution in infants; avoid in open fontanelle.

🛡️ Treats: Dizziness, Palpitations, Wind, Nasal Congestion, Facial Swelling

Using Acupoints for Skin Swelling

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 Skin Swelling
  • Symptoms worsen despite treatment
  • If you have underlying health conditions

Disclaimer: The acupoint information provided is for educational purposes only.