Method of Selecting Dazhui Point

Dazhui acupoint selection methods include sitting and lowering head acupoint selection method, side head positioning method, body surface marking method, etc.

1. Sitting and lowering head acupoint selection method

adopts sitting or prone posture to keep the head upright and slightly lower head. Then, touch the high bone behind the neck. In this high bone depression, it is the exact position of Dazhui acupoint.

2. Side head positioning method

On the basis of sitting or standing posture, you will find a raised bone behind the neck, i.e. the seventh cervical spine. Similarly, in the raised bone depression, it is Dazhui acupoint.

3. Body surface marking method

At the junction of the neck and back, you can feel an obvious bony bulge, i.e. the seventh cervical spine. In the bony bulge depression, it is Dazhui acupoint.