GV 13 Acupuncture Point
Governing Vessel 13, Abbreviated as GV 13, also known as DU 13, Transliterated Taodao in Chinese, Way of
The Governor Vessel (also known as the Du Mai) runs from the perineum (located between the anus and the genitals), up the spine, through the back of the head, and ends at the upper lip. It connects with several other meridians, including the Kidney, Liver, Heart, and Small Intestine. The Governor Vessel plays a crucial role in regulating Yang Qi, nourishing the spinal cord, and balancing the nervous system. It is particularly important in maintaining mental clarity, stability, and emotional health, and it is associated with spinal disorders and autonomic nervous function. The Governor Vessel contains 28 acupoints along its path, abbreviated as GV or DU (e.g., GV1, GV28).
Governing Vessel 13, Abbreviated as GV 13, also known as DU 13, Transliterated Taodao in Chinese, Way of
Governing Vessel 14, Abbreviated as GV 14, also known as DU 14, Transliterated Dazhui in Chinese, Great Vertebra
Governing Vessel 15, Abbreviated as GV 15, also known as DU 15, Transliterated Yamen in Chinese, Mutism Gate
Governing Vessel 16, Abbreviated as GV 16, also known as DU 16, Transliterated Fengfu in Chinese, Wind Palace
Governing Vessel 17, Abbreviated as GV 17, also known as DU 17, Transliterated Naohu in Chinese, Brain Door
Governing Vessel 18, Abbreviated as GV 18, also known as DU 18, Transliterated Qiangjian in Chinese, Rigid Space
Governing Vessel 19, Abbreviated as GV 19, also known as DU 19, Transliterated Houding in Chinese, Back Vertex
Governing Vessel 20, Abbreviated as GV 20, also known as DU 20, Transliterated Baihui in Chinese, One Hundred
Governing Vessel 21, Abbreviated as GV 21, also known as DU 21, Transliterated Qianding in Chinese, Front Vertex
Governing Vessel 22, Abbreviated as GV 22, also known as DU 22, Transliterated Xinhui in Chinese, Fontanelle Meeting
Governing Vessel 23, Abbreviated as GV 23, also known as DU 23, Transliterated Shangxing in Chinese, Upper Star
Governing Vessel 24, Abbreviated as GV 24, also known as DU 24, Transliterated Shenting in Chinese, Spirit Courtyard