GB 2 — Tīng Huì (听会) — Meeting of Hearing
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1. Overview
GB 2 — Tīng Huì (听会) — is an acupuncture point on the Gallbladder meridian. Its English name, Meeting of Hearing, reflects the point’s classical character and location. It is used regularly in acupuncture practice for a range of conditions.
I am Dr (TCM) Attilio D’Alberto, a member of the British Acupuncture Council with over 25 years of clinical experience. I practise at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire.
2. Location
Anterior to the intertragic notch, directly below SI 19, in the depression when the mouth is slightly open.
3. Actions
- Primary Gallbladder local point for all ear disorders
- Expels Wind and clears Heat from the ear
- Relieves jaw pain
4. Indications
- Tinnitus and deafness
- Otitis media and ear pain
- TMJ pain and jaw clicking
- Facial paralysis
5. Needling
Perpendicular insertion 0.5–0.8 cun with mouth slightly open.
Important: Acupuncture should only be performed by a fully qualified practitioner. All needles I use are sterile, single-use and disposed of in a clinical sharps container immediately after treatment.
6. Clinical notes
GB 2 forms part of the 'three ear gate' cluster with TB 21 and SI 19. These three points are needled simultaneously for tinnitus and hearing disorders. GB 2 is the primary Gallbladder point for ear conditions, combined with TB 17 and GB 20.
7. Treatment at my clinic
I use GB 2 as part of tailored acupuncture prescriptions for conditions including Tinnitus, Jaw pain and TMJ. Each treatment is individually designed following a full TCM assessment.
I see patients in person at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire. Visit the prices page for consultation fees. Return to the acupuncture points directory or the acupuncture main page.
