Suliao Point (GV-25 / White Bone Crevice, also known as Mianwang, Bizhun, Zhuntou)
Discover the exact location and acupressure method for Suliao (GV-25 / White Bone Crevice). Learn its benefits for coma, shock, convulsions, neonatal asphyxia, and nasal disorders – the Governor Vessel emergency point – plus classic combinations for comprehensive treatment.
Indications
Convulsions, coma, shock, neonatal asphyxia, nasal congestion, epistaxis (nosebleed), sinusitis, nasal pain, and infantile convulsions.
Precise Location
On the face, at the center of the tip of the nose.
Location Method
Sit upright or lie supine. The point is at the highest point of the tip of the nose.
Massage Method
Massage: Pinch and press with the thumb tip. Pinch and press Suliao with the thumb tip to treat coma, shock, asphyxia, and various nasal disorders. Therapeutic actions: Opens the orifices and revives the spirit, unblocks the nasal orifices, clears heat and extinguishes wind, and provides emergency resuscitation.
Compatibility
Epistaxis and nasal congestion: Combine with Shangxing (GV-23), Yingxiang (LI-20), and Hegu (LI-4). Coma and shock: Combine with Shuigou (GV-26), Neiguan (PC-6), and Yongquan (KI-1). Infantile convulsions: Combine with Shuigou (GV-26) and Dazhui (GV-14). Neonatal asphyxia: Combine with Shuigou (GV-26) and Shixuan (EX-UE11).
Efficacy & Actions
This point belongs to the Governor Vessel (Du Mai). It opens the orifices and revives the spirit, unblocks the nasal orifices, clears heat and extinguishes wind, and provides emergency resuscitation. It is a commonly used key point for emergency and nasal disorders. First documented in Zhenjiu Jiayijing. "Su" means white or pure; "Liao" means bone crevice or gap. Located at the tip of the nose, this point is where Governor Vessel qi passes – hence the name Suliao (White Bone Crevice). It is also known as "Mianwang," "Bizhun," and "Zhuntou."
Contraindications
Located at the tip of the nose – pinching pressure should not be too heavy to avoid skin injury. Needling should be superficial or pricking, generally 0.1–0.3 cun, or pricking for bleeding. Stimulation may be increased appropriately for emergency use. Use with caution in pregnant women.
