Du Mai (Governing Vessel) 19, Hou Ding
後頂, hòu dǐng, "Behind the Vertex"


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Pinyin Pronunciation:
Alternate Names:
NamePin YinChineseTranslated
Jiao Chongjiāo chōng交沖Intersection Surge
Jiao Chongjiāo chōng交衝Intersection Hub
Meridian
Meridian:
Du Mai (Governing Vessel)  Browse
Reference Source
Reference Source:
Location
Point Location:
  • CAM
5.5 cun directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, 1.5 cun directly above Qiangjian (DU-18).
  • Deadman
At the back of the head on the midline, 1.5 cun directly superior to Qiangjian Du 18, and 1.5 cun posterior to Baihui Du 20.
Innervation
Innervation:
The branch of the great occipital nerve.
Vasculature
Vasculature:
The branches of the occipital arteries and veins of the both sides.
Cautions
Cautions:
No cautions at this time
Technique
Technique:
  • CAM
Puncture subcutaneously 0.3-0.5 inch.
  • Deadman

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