GV 19 — Hòu Dǐng (后顶) — Behind the Vertex
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1. Overview
GV 19 — Hòu Dǐng (后顶) — is an acupuncture point on the Governing Vessel meridian. Its English name, Behind the Vertex, reflects the point’s classical character and location. It is used in acupuncture practice as part of channel-balancing prescriptions 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 use GV 19 as part of individually tailored acupuncture prescriptions at my clinic in Wokingham, Berkshire.
2. Location
On the midline of the head, 1.5 cun posterior to GV-20 Baihui (or 5.5 cun above the posterior hairline).
3. Actions
- Calms the Shen
- Pacifies wind
- Alleviates pain
4. Indications
- Headache at the vertex or occiput
- Dizziness
- Mania
- Insomnia
- Stiff neck
- Epilepsy
5. Needling
Transverse 0.3 to 0.5 cun.
Important: Acupuncture should only be performed by a fully qualified practitioner. Never attempt self-needling. All needles I use are sterile, single-use and disposed of immediately after treatment in a clinical sharps container.
6. Clinical notes
GV 19 is a local point for headache and dizziness. Combined with GV 20 Baihui for vertex headaches.
7. Treatment at my clinic
I use GV 19 as part of tailored acupuncture prescriptions for conditions including Headaches, Insomnia. 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.
