PointStudy reference
GB20GB
Fengchi
Wind Pool
风池
- MeridianGallbladder
- ElementWood
- ZoneNeck
- SystemTCM channels
Where it is
Chart of the classical path. Tap a point to open its card. It does not replace palpation.
depression between trapecio y ECM, level de GV16
Study themes
- wind
- head
- neck
Traditional educational themes: wind, head, neck. TCM/Shiatsu study framework; not a clinical indication.
In traditional study
Traditionally associated with the Gallbladder channel within TCM/Shiatsu educational frameworks. Study themes: wind, head, neck. Not medical advice.
Point families
How it is worked
- Acupuncture
- Moxibustion
- Shiatsu Pressure
- Tuina
Origins, lineages and aliases
Origins
- WHO Standard Acupuncture Nomenclature
- Huangdi Neijing
Lineages
- Classical TCM
- Modern TCM / TCM colleges
Also known as
GB20 · Fengchi · GB 20 · 风池
Study
Fengchi (GB20) below the occiput in the depression lateral to the trapezius. Excellent for nape, Wind themes and Gallbladder channel study.
- Where is GB20?
- Below the occiput, lateral to midline in the trapezius depression. Confirm in the 3D neck/head atlas.
Study reference within traditional Shiatsu/TCM frameworks. Does not diagnose or treat.
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Keep exploring
- GallbladderThis point belongs to the meridian channel in traditional TCM mapping.
- woodIn Five Element theory, this meridian is associated with this element.
- GB19 · NaokongEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- GB21 · JianjingEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- GB18 · ChenglingEducational demo link: nearby or commonly studied together in exploration flows.
- HeadacheRelated educational symptom theme.
- Occipital headacheRelated educational symptom theme.
- Try a quizContinue learning with a short practice.