GB-26 - Girdling Vessel
带脉 - Dài mài
Point Region: Upper abdomen
GB-26, or 'Daimai' (meaning 'Girdling Vessel'), is a local point located on the side of the body. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'Girdling Vessel' or 'Dai Mai,' a key meridian that encircles the waist.
As a local point, Daimai is primarily used for issues related to the waist and the lower body, such as a lower back pain, a stiff hip, and a sense of 'weakness' in the lower body. It is a go-to point for 'tonifying' the Kidney and 'strengthening' the body as a whole. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Daimai 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 lower body.
Location & How to Find
Anatomical Location: On the lateral trunk, level with the umbilicus, anterior to the iliac crest.
How to Locate:
- Locate your navel (belly button)
- Move directly sideways to your side at navel level
- Feel for your hip bone (iliac crest)
- Find the point in front of the hip bone at navel level
- This is GB-26, at the side of your waist
Primary Functions
Reproductive System
- Regulates menstrual disorders and irregularities
- Treats leucorrhea and vaginal discharge
- Supports reproductive health
- Strengthens pelvic floor muscles
Digestive System
- Treats abdominal distension and bloating
- Supports digestive function
- Relieves intestinal disorders
Liver & Gallbladder System
- Harmonizes liver qi circulation
- Promotes smooth energy flow
- Supports emotional balance
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Irregular menstruation
- Leukorrhea
- Abdominal pain
- Lumbar weakness
- Gynecological disorders
- Lower abdominal distension
- Menstrual disorders
- Pelvic pain
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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GB-26 Protocols
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