What is the classification of GB-44?

GB-44 is classified as a Jing Well point. Jing Well points occupy the first position on the Yang channels and are located at the very tips of the fingers or toes. In Traditional Chinese Medicine, these points are known for treating conditions related to the corresponding organ or channel's energy and are fundamentally associated with the element of water. The Jing Well points are typically used to clear heat, revive consciousness, and are particularly effective for issues of the spirit or consciousness, given their unique position as the starting point of the energy pathways.

In the case of GB-44, its location on the foot, at the lateral side of the little toe, allows for effective treatment of various Gallbladder-related disorders and can also help with issues associated with the Shaoyang channel. The unique properties of Jing Well points make them crucial in acupuncture practice for initiating treatment and addressing acute conditions.

The other classifications do have specific functions and locations, such as Jing Spring points located just proximal to Jing Well points, which are effective in clearing heat and benefiting the throat, but GB-44 does not fall under those categories. Similarly, Yuan Source points, which are associated with the source Qi of the organ and often used for tonifying, are a different classification from Jing Well