GV 6 Acupuncture Point

Governing Vessel 6, Abbreviated as GV 6, also known as DU 6, Transliterated Jizhong in Chinese, Middle of the Spine in English.

GV 6 Acupuncture Point Location:

On the back, on the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the 11th thoracic vertebra.

GV 6 Acupuncture Point Indications:

  • Diarrhea
  • Jaundice
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Epilepsy

GV 6 Acupuncture Point Benefits:

Tonifies and regulates the Spleen, resolves Dampness, benefits the spine.