Meichong Point (BL-3 / Eyebrow Thoroughfare, also known as Xiaozhu)
Discover the exact location and acupressure method for Meichong (BL-3 / Eyebrow Thoroughfare). Learn its benefits for headache, dizziness, nasal congestion, and epilepsy – plus classic combinations for comprehensive treatment.
Indications
Headache, dizziness, nasal congestion, epilepsy, blurred vision, and red painful eyes.
Precise Location
On the head, 0.5 cun above the hairline directly above Cuanzhu (BL-2), between Shenting (GV-24) and Quchai (BL-4).
Location Method
Straighten both middle fingers and bend the other fingers. Place the middle finger pads at the inner edge of the eyebrows, push straight upward into the hairline – the point is where the fingertips rest.
Massage Method
Knead with the middle finger pads – apply to both sides for 1–3 minutes each. Therapeutic actions: Absorbs heat and generates qi, stops spasms and calms the spirit, dispels wind and opens the orifices.
Compatibility
Nasal congestion: Combine with Yingxiang (LI-20) and Meichong (BL-3). Disease overview: Any condition affecting the nasal airway can cause congestion – including nasal tumors and polyps, nasopharyngeal tumors and adenoid hypertrophy, deviated nasal septum from trauma, and specific nasal infections (syphilis, diphtheria, tuberculosis, scleroma). Massage sequence: Press Yingxiang (1 cm lateral to each nostril) simultaneously – take a deep breath, exhale slowly while pressing for 6 seconds, then release as you inhale – repeat 10 times; then massage Meichong for 2 minutes – effective for relieving nasal congestion. Headache: Combine with Taiyang (EX-HN5) and Meichong (BL-3). Epilepsy: Combine with Zutonggu (BL-66), Taichong (LR-3), and Meichong (BL-3).
Efficacy & Actions
According to the Zhenjiu Zisheng Jing: “The two Meichong points, also called Xiaozhu, are located directly above the inner ends of the eyebrows at the hairline.” The same text states that this point treats headache, nasal congestion, and other disorders. If you experience headache, nasal congestion from wind-cold, or dizziness, gently massaging Meichong can help relieve the symptoms. This point belongs to the Foot Taiyang Bladder Meridian. It absorbs heat and generates qi, stops spasms and calms the spirit, dispels wind and opens the orifices. It is a commonly used point for treating head, facial, and mental disorders. First documented in Zhenjiu Jiayijing. “Mei” refers to the eyebrow; “Chong” means thoroughfare or to rush upward. Located directly above the inner end of the eyebrow at the hairline, where Bladder Meridian qi rushes upward – hence the name Meichong (Eyebrow Thoroughfare). It is also known as “Xiaozhu.”
