Nei Guan (PC6)

Nei GuanPC6🧭 Meridian: 手厥阴心包经

📍 Location

On the inner side of the forearm, 2 cun above the wrist crease, between the tendons of the radial flexor muscle.

🏥 Indications

Nausea and vomiting, motion sickness, palpitations, chest pain, insomnia, anxiety, morning sickness in pregnancy.

🖐️ Stimulation method

Perpendicular insertion 0.5-1 cun. Firm thumb pressure for one minute to stop nausea. Pressure wristbands may be used.

⚠️ Contraindications

Generally no contraindications. Use with caution in patients with severe hypotension.

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