GB-27 - Five Pivots
五枢 - Wǔ shū
Point Region: Lower abdomen
GB-27, or 'Wushu' (meaning 'Five Pivots'), is a local point located on the side of the body. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'five pivots' or 'five major joints' of the body, such as the hip and knee.
As a local point, Wushu is primarily used for issues related to the hip and leg, such as a stiff hip, a sore knee, 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.
Wushu 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 lower abdomen, anterior to the iliac crest, level with the pubic symphysis.
How to Locate:
- Locate your hip bone (iliac crest)
- Move down toward your pubic area
- Find the point in front of the hip bone at pubic level
- Feel for the area anterior to the hip bone
- This is GB-27, in the lower abdominal area
Primary Functions
Digestive System
- Treats abdominal pain and cramping
- Relieves intestinal disorders
- Supports digestive function
- Reduces abdominal distension
Reproductive System
- Regulates menstrual disorders
- Treats reproductive system imbalances
Urinary & Kidney System
- Supports kidney and bladder function
- Treats urinary disorders
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Lower abdominal pain
- Hernia
- Irregular menstruation
- Leukorrhea
- Reproductive disorders
- Pelvic pain
- Urinary disorders
- Gynecological problems
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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GB-27 Protocols
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