Xiyangguan GB33: Nomenclature, Location, Functions, Indications
Nomenclature:
Xi: knee Yang: Yang of yin-yang Guan: joint
Yang here means lateral. Xiyangguan is at the lateral aspect of the knee joint.
Point: GB33
Chinese Name: 膝阳关
Name: Xiyangguan
English Name/Meaning: Knee Yang Gate
Pinyin: xī yáng guān
Han Geul 한글: yang gwan 양관
Romaji: hiza no yō kan
Vietnamese: Dương quan
Location:
On the lateral side of the knee, in the depression above the lateral epicondyle of the femur, between the femur and tendon of biceps femoris (3 cun above Yanglingquan/GB34).
Functions of Xiyangguan:
- Dispels wind and cold.
- Relaxes sinew and invigorates channels.
- Sedate knee pain.
Indications:
Knee disorders: Pain, redness, swelling, stiffness in the lateral aspect of knee, arthritis of Knee.
Method:
Perpendicular insertion 1 to 2 cun.
Precautions:
Do not apply moxibustion.