Dumb, unable to speak, this refers to the decline of yang qi. Gate, the door of entry and exit. Dumb Gate point refers to the yang heat qi transmitted from the Dazhui point, which is scattered and withdrawn at this point. If the dispersal and withdrawal of yang qi are excessive, it will cause the inability to speak, hence the name. So where is the exact location of Dumb Gate?
Exact location image of Dumb Gate
Precise location: at the back of the head, directly above the midpoint of the posterior hairline, 0.5 inch upwards, below the first cervical vertebra.
Easy acupoint location: along the spine, half a horizontal finger above the posterior hairline is the Dumb Gate point.
Anatomical structure of Dumb Gate point
Between the first and second cervical vertebrae; with occipital motion, branches of veins, and occipital nerves.
Functions of Dumb Gate point
Dumb Gate point belongs to the Du Meridian and is the meeting point of the Yang Wei Meridian. It is located at the back of the head and connects to the throat and tongue. Therefore, it can regulate the meridians, open the orifices, and benefit the throat and voice. It is used to treat sudden mutism, stroke-induced speech impairment. As the point is located at the back of the head, it can also relieve local energy blockages and treat stiff neck and occipital headaches. The Du Meridian connects to the brain, so this point can also calm wind, stop convulsions, regulate the meridians, and treat epilepsy.
Treatment methods with Dumb Gate point
To treat deafness caused by high fever or malaria, combine Dumb Gate with Tinghui, Waiguan (or Zhongzhu). To treat tongue stiffness, sudden mutism, and pharyngitis, combine with Renzhong, Lianquan. To treat mania and epilepsy, combine with Baihui, Renzhong, Fenglong, Houxue. To treat stroke-induced aphasia and unconsciousness, combine with Fengchi, Fengfu. To treat fainting, combine with Laogong, Sanyinjiao, Yongquan, and other nine points as the Nine Needles for Reviving Yang, to open the orifices and awaken the mind. To treat cerebral dysplasia, combine with Naohu, Baihui, Fengchi, Taixi, Kunlun, Shenshu. To treat anemia, use acupuncture on Dumb Gate, Shenshu, Taixi.
Health massage method for Dumb Gate point
If it is safe, gently massage the Dumb Gate point with the fingertip for 1-2 minutes each time to prevent neck disorders, treat hoarseness, tongue stiffness, and slow speech.
