Wushu Point (GB-27 / Five Pivot)
Discover the exact location and acupressure method for Wushu (GB-27 / Five Pivot). Learn its benefits for lower abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, leukorrhea, and hernia – the meeting point of Gallbladder and Belt Vessel – plus classic combinations for comprehensive treatment.
Indications
Lower abdominal pain, irregular menstruation, leukorrhea with red and white discharge, dysmenorrhea, hernia, uterine prolapse, vaginal itching, and constipation.
Precise Location
In the lower abdomen, level with 3 cun below the umbilicus, medial to the anterior superior iliac spine. The point is at the intersection of the horizontal line 4 finger-widths below the umbilicus and the medial border of the anterior superior iliac spine.
Location Method
Sit upright or lie supine. Measure 3 cun (approximately 4 finger-widths) downward from the umbilicus – the point is at the intersection of this horizontal line with the medial side of the anterior superior iliac spine, where firm pressure produces a distinct sore and distending sensation.
Massage Method
Massage: Press and knead with the thumb. Press and knead Wushu with the thumb about 200 times, or for 3–5 minutes, to treat irregular menstruation and leukorrhea with red and white discharge. Therapeutic actions: Regulates menstruation and stops leukorrhea, regulates qi and activates blood, warms and nourishes the lower jiao, and regulates Chong and Ren.
Compatibility
Hernia: Combine with Taichong (LR-3) and Ququan (LR-8). Lower abdominal pain and irregular menstruation: Combine with Guanyuan (RN-4), Sanyinjiao (SP-6), and Xuehai (SP-10). Leukorrhea with red and white discharge: Combine with Daimai (GB-26), Guanyuan (RN-4), and Sanyinjiao (SP-6). Dysmenorrhea: Combine with Ciliao (BL-32) and Sanyinjiao (SP-6). Uterine prolapse: Combine with Baihui (GV-20), Guanyuan (RN-4), and Sanyinjiao (SP-6).
Efficacy & Actions
This point belongs to the Foot Shaoyang Gallbladder Meridian and is the meeting point of the Gallbladder Meridian and the Belt Vessel (Dai Mai). It regulates menstruation and stops leukorrhea, regulates qi and activates blood, warms and nourishes the lower jiao, and regulates Chong and Ren. It is a commonly used key point for treating gynecological and lower abdominal disorders. First documented in Zhenjiu Jiayijing. "Wu" refers to the five elements and five directions; "Shu" means pivot or hinge. Located in the abdomen, this point serves as the pivot for ascending and descending qi and regulates the qi of the five zang organs – hence the name Wushu (Five Pivot).
Contraindications
Located in the lower abdomen – use with caution in pregnant women. Moxibustion is permissible.
