GB-42 - Earth Five Meetings
地五会 - Dì wǔ huì
Point Region: Foot
GB-42, or 'Diwuhui' (meaning 'Earth Five Meetings'), is a local point located on the side of the foot. Its name refers to its ability to address issues related to the 'five meetings' or 'five major joints' of the body, such as the ankle and knee.
As a local point, Diwuhui is primarily used for issues related to the foot and ankle, such as a stiff foot, a sore ankle, 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.
Diwuhui 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 dorsum of the foot, between GB-41 and GB-43.
How to Locate:
- Locate GB-41 between your 4th and 5th foot bones
- Move forward toward your toes
- Find the next depression along this line
- This is between GB-41 and the toe area
- This is GB-42, continuing forward on the foot
Primary Functions
Musculoskeletal System
- Relieves foot pain and stiffness
- Treats dorsal foot disorders
- Improves foot circulation
- Reduces foot inflammation
Liver & Gallbladder System
- Harmonizes gallbladder meridian
- Promotes energy flow to extremities
- Supports lateral body function
Nervous System
- Treats foot numbness and tingling
- Relieves nerve compression
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Foot pain
- Swelling
- Damp heat
- Structural imbalance
- Edema
- Foot problems
- Balance issues
- Coordination problems
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
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GB-42 Protocols
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