Governing Vessel meridian
GV-1 (Chángqiáng, 长强) — Long Strong
- Meridian
- Governing Vessel (GV)
- Anatomical view
- posterior
- Point classification
- Luo-connecting point of the Governing Vessel.
- Depth reference
- 0.8-1.0 cun oblique, directed immediately anterior to the coccyx and away from the rectum
- Moxibustion
- Applicable according to the checked GV-1 point source
- Reference aliases
- GV1; Changqiang; 长强; Long Strong
Anatomical location
In the perineal region, on the midline halfway between the tip of the coccyx and the anus.
Traditional actions
Traditionally regulates the Governing Vessel, clears damp-heat, and steadies the lower opening.
Recorded indications
Primary: Reference uses include hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse, diarrhea, constipation, and pain around the coccyx.
Secondary: Secondary uses include agitation, seizure patterns, and stiffness along the spine.
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.
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region (2008) GV1, p. 204
- Acupuncture.com Acupuncture Point Reference Du 1: English name, classification, functions, indications and needling sections
- American Dragon Acupuncture Point Reference DU-1: English name, command functions, actions, indications and needling and moxibustion sections
- College and Association of Acupuncturists of Alberta, Safety Handbook for Alberta Practitioners Appendix 1, GV1 caution table, p. 57
Frequently asked questions
Where is GV-1 located?
In the perineal region, on the midline halfway between the tip of the coccyx and the anus.
What reference actions and indications are recorded for GV-1?
Traditionally regulates the Governing Vessel, clears damp-heat, and steadies the lower opening. The dataset lists these primary indications: Reference uses include hemorrhoids, rectal prolapse, diarrhea, constipation, and pain around the coccyx. Secondary indications are recorded as: Secondary uses include agitation, seizure patterns, and stiffness along the spine.
Is GV-1 safe during pregnancy?
This dataset does not identify GV-1 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.