Gall Bladder

12 Meridian Protocol

3

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Number of patches required

30 days

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Timeframe

Acupuncture Points


Governing Vessel 14

On the posterior median line, in the depression below the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra.

Gall Bladder 39

On the lateral aspect of the lower leg, 3 fingers above the tip of the external malleolus, on the anterior border of the fibula.

Place 1 patch on each leg.

Alternative


Gall Bladder 21

On the shoulder, directly above the nipple, at the midpoint of the line connecting DU 14 and the acromion.

Place 1 patch on each shoulder.

Gall Bladder 42

On the lateral side of the dorsum of the foot, proximal to the 4th metatarsophalangeal joint, between the 4th and 5th metatarsal bones, on the medial side of the tendon of m. extensor digiti minimi of the foot.

Place 1 patch on each leg.


Pressure Point

Gall Bladder 24

On the upper abdomen, directly below the nipple, in the 7th intercostal space, 4 fingers lateral to the anterior midline.

Symptoms Caused by Imbalances of the Meridians

Excessive Heat of The Meridian

  • Heaviness of heal and in the stomach
  • Pain and cramps along the anterolateral abdominal wall

Excessive Cold of The Meridian

  • Relative acidosis causing the patient to sigh
  • Chills
  • Vertigo
  • Tendency to stumble