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.
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.