GB-16 - Window of the Eye

目窗 - Mù chuāng

Point Region: Head

GB

Gallbladder Meridian

足少阳胆经 - Zú Shàoyáng Dǎn Jīng

GB-16, or 'Muchuang' (meaning 'Window of the Eye'), is a local point located on the side of the head. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'eye' and 'vision,' as well as a sense of mental clarity.

As a local point, Muchuang 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.

Muchuang 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 scalp, posterior to GB-15, 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
  4. Move back along your scalp about 2 finger widths from your hairline
  5. The point is on your scalp in line with your pupil
Location illustration for On the scalp, posterior to GB-15, in line with the pupil.

Primary Functions

Eye & Vision System

  • Improves visual acuity and clarity
  • Treats eye disorders and vision problems
  • Relieves eye strain and fatigue
  • Reduces eye inflammation and redness

Nervous System

  • Alleviates headaches and migraines
  • Calms nervous tension
  • Improves mental clarity

Liver & Gallbladder System

  • Clears liver heat affecting vision
  • Harmonizes gallbladder function
  • Promotes emotional stability

Clinical Applications

Primary Indications

  • Blurred vision
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Epilepsy
  • Eye strain
  • Visual disturbances
  • Mental agitation
  • Poor concentration

Related Health Concerns

Common Conditions:

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GB-16 Protocols

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