GB-15 - Head Governor of Tears

头临泣 - Tóu lín qì

Point Region: Head

GB

Gallbladder Meridian

足少阳胆经 - Zú Shàoyáng Dǎn Jīng

GB-15, or 'Toulinqi' (meaning 'Head Overlooking Tears'), is a local point located on the forehead. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'head' and 'eyes,' as well as a sense of emotional 'tears' or sadness.

As a local point, Toulinqi is primarily used for issues related to the eyes and face, such as a headache, a stiff neck, and a sense of 'swelling' in the face. It is a go-to point for 'clearing heat' and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the head and neck. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.

Toulinqi acts as a vital access point to the core of the body, providing a direct and effective way to address blockages and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the upper body. It's a reminder of the power of local points to provide targeted relief and restore a sense of comfort and vitality to the entire body.

Location & How to Find

Anatomical Location: On the forehead, 0.5 cun above the anterior hairline, in line with the pupil.

How to Locate:

  1. Look straight ahead in a mirror
  2. Locate the center of your pupil
  3. Draw an imaginary line straight up from your pupil past your eyebrow
  4. Continue to about half a finger width above your hairline
  5. The point is above the hairline in line with your pupil
GB-15 acupressure point location: On the forehead, 0.5 cun above the anterior hairline, in line with the pupil.

Primary Functions

Nervous System

  • Treats headaches and migraines
  • Relieves dizziness and vertigo
  • Calms mental agitation and anxiety
  • Improves mental clarity and focus

Eye & Vision System

  • Treats eye disorders and vision problems
  • Relieves eye pain and strain

Liver & Gallbladder System

  • Harmonizes liver and gallbladder function
  • Promotes emotional balance
  • Supports decision-making abilities

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Headache
  • Nasal obstruction
  • Red eyes
  • Anxiety
  • Sinusitis
  • Eye strain
  • Emotional release
  • Frontal pressure

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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GB-15 Protocols

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