Gallbladder meridian

GB-42 (Dìwǔhuì, 地五会) — Earth Fivefold Convergence

Meridian
Gallbladder (GB)
Anatomical view
lateral
Point classification
No additional traditional classification is stated in the checked educational source.
Depth reference
0.3–0.5 cun perpendicular
Moxibustion
Not established in checked sources.
Reference aliases
GB42; Diwuhui; 地五会; Earth Fivefold Convergence

Anatomical location

On the dorsum of the foot between the fourth and fifth metatarsals, just proximal to the fourth metatarsophalangeal joint.

Traditional actions

Clears Gallbladder heat; reduces swelling; activates the foot channel.

Recorded indications

Primary: Pain or swelling on the dorsum of the foot; eye redness; tinnitus.

Secondary: Breast pain; flank discomfort; headache.

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 GB42, p. 192
  2. Acupuncture.Com Acupuncture Point Reference Gall Bladder 42: English translation, classification, indications, functions and needling

Frequently asked questions

Where is GB-42 located?

On the dorsum of the foot between the fourth and fifth metatarsals, just proximal to the fourth metatarsophalangeal joint.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for GB-42?

Clears Gallbladder heat; reduces swelling; activates the foot channel. The dataset lists these primary indications: Pain or swelling on the dorsum of the foot; eye redness; tinnitus. Secondary indications are recorded as: Breast pain; flank discomfort; headache.

Is GB-42 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify GB-42 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.