Gallbladder meridian

GB-31 (Fēngshì, 风市) — Wind Market

Meridian
Gallbladder (GB)
Anatomical view
lateral
Point classification
No additional traditional classification is stated in the checked educational source.
Depth reference
1.0–2.0 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Not established in checked sources.
Reference aliases
GB31; Fengshi; 风市; Wind Market

Anatomical location

On the lateral thigh, just behind the iliotibial band where the middle fingertip rests when standing with the arms relaxed.

Traditional actions

Dispels wind; relieves itching; activates the leg channel; strengthens movement.

Recorded indications

Primary: Lateral thigh pain; leg weakness or numbness; generalized itching.

Secondary: Sciatica; post-stroke lower-limb dysfunction; knee pain.

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region GB31, p. 187
  2. Acupuncture.Com Acupuncture Point Reference Gall Bladder 31: English translation, classification, indications, functions and needling

Frequently asked questions

Where is GB-31 located?

On the lateral thigh, just behind the iliotibial band where the middle fingertip rests when standing with the arms relaxed.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for GB-31?

Dispels wind; relieves itching; activates the leg channel; strengthens movement. The dataset lists these primary indications: Lateral thigh pain; leg weakness or numbness; generalized itching. Secondary indications are recorded as: Sciatica; post-stroke lower-limb dysfunction; knee pain.

Is GB-31 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify GB-31 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.