GB-4 - Forehead Fullness
颔厌 - Hán yàn
Point Region: Head
GB-4, or 'Hanyan' (meaning 'Forehead Fullness'), is a local point located on the side of the head. Its name refers to its ability to address a sense of 'fullness' or 'pressure' in the forehead and head.
As a local point, Hanyan is primarily used for issues related to the head and neck, such as a headache, dizziness, and a sense of 'stuckness' in the head. It is a go-to point for 'calming' the mind and 'clearing' emotional blockages in the head. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of peace and tranquility to the mind and body.
Hanyan 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 temporal side of the head, in the depression anterior to GB-5.
How to Locate:
- Locate your temple area beside your forehead
- Place your finger about one finger width above your ear
- Feel along the temporal bone toward your forehead
- Find the depression in the temple area
- This is GB-4, in the temporal region
Primary Functions
Nervous System
- Relieves migraines and severe headaches
- Treats temporal arteritis
- Calms nervous system hyperactivity
- Improves mental clarity and focus
Eye & Vision System
- Reduces eye pain and strain
- Treats blurred vision
- Alleviates photophobia
Liver & Gallbladder System
- Clears liver heat rising to head
- Promotes emotional balance
- Supports anger management
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Epilepsy
- Facial pain
- Temporal headaches
- Migraines
- Emotional agitation
- Mental restlessness
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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GB-4 Protocols
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