Location acupuncture point Lg 16
Location:
1 cun inside the hairline on the midline of the body, just below the occiput.
Wind Palace — Fēng Fŭ
The acupuncture point GV 16 belongs together with Gb 20 to the wind points. These are the points that are considered in TCM, as the most vulnerable points for external wind. Therefore, these points must be specially protected in windy weather, especially if it is also cold. Otherwise, you run the risk of getting a stiff neck due to wind-chill. A scarf can help to prevent this.
Application: 
30 seconds 
medium
30 seconds 
medium
Name:
- 风府 (fēng fŭ)
- GV 16
- Windpalast
Properties of the acupuncture point
Meridian:
Governing Vessel
Element:
-
Assignment:
Yang 
Organ time:
-
Category:
Classical acupuncture point
Effect from the point of view of TCM:
- Eliminates internal wind
- Clears the mind (Shen)
- Supports the brain
Contraindication:
None
None
Due to the fact that this acupuncture point is very easy to find, I highly recommend it for neck pain and furthermore due to the fact that it can improve the supply of oxygen and Qi to the brain.
Application:
AcuPen:
This acupuncture point is pressed with the tip of the AkuPen for 30 to 45 seconds, or simply until the pain stimulus dissipates.
Alternatively, you can press this point with the round end.
Acupressure:
The acupuncture point GV 16 is pressed with the middle finger for 30 to 45 seconds.
Acupuncture technique:
The point is needled vertically, with a depth of 0.4 to 0.8 cun. Moxibustion is possible.
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