GB33 Xiyangguan

Xiyangguan · 膝阳关 · Knee Yang Gate

Meridian

Gallbladder meridian

Location

On the outer knee, in the depression above the lateral epicondyle of the femur, between the biceps femoris tendon and the iliotibial band — 3 cun above GB34.

What it helps with

Pain on the outer side of the knee, stiffness after running, clicking of the joint on bending.

How to work on it

Thumb pressure for 45–60 seconds with the knee bent about 90°.

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