GV-25 - Nose Tip
素髎 - Sù liáo
Point Region: Face (mouth)
GV-25, or 'Su Liao' (meaning 'White Bone-Hole'), is a local point located on the tip of the nose. Its name refers to its position as a 'hole' or 'cavity' where 'Yang' energy can be accessed and regulated.
As a local point, Su Liao is primarily used for issues related to the nose and face, such as a stuffy nose, sinus pain, and a lack of smell. It is a go-to point for 'clearing' heat from the head and 'regulating' the flow of energy in the face. By stimulating this point, you can help to restore a sense of balance and harmony to the entire body.
Su Liao 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: At the apex of the nose, where the nasal bones meet the cartilage.
How to Locate:
- Look in a mirror
- Locate the tip of your nose
- Feel for the hard area where the nasal bone meets the softer cartilage
- This is the highest point on the bridge of your nose
- This is GV-25
Primary Functions
Respiratory System
- Relieves nasal congestion and blockage
- Improves breathing through nose
- Treats sinusitis and rhinitis
Nervous System
- Enhances mental alertness
- Improves concentration and focus
- Calms the mind
Emergency & Revival
- Revives consciousness in fainting
- Treats shock and unconsciousness
- Emergency point for respiratory distress
Emotional & Mental
- Reduces anxiety and panic
- Improves emotional stability
Clinical Applications
Primary Indications
- Nasal obstruction
- Epistaxis
- Loss of consciousness
- Facial swelling
- Rhinitis
- Fainting
- Nasal polyps
- Anosmia
Related Health Concerns
Common Conditions:
Related Acupoints
Select a point to learn about its location, primary functions, clinical applications, and protocols.
GV-25 Protocols
N/A