The exact location of Gongsun point is in the metatarsal area, when the anterior inferior margin of the base of the 1st metatarsal bone is at the red and white meatus intermedius (the location where the palm of the hand meets the back of the hand, and the heart of the foot meets the back of the foot); the depth of needling in acupuncture is recommended to be around 0.5 to 1.0 inches, bearing in mind that the needling should not be done without authorization.
Gongsun point, a meeting point of the eight chakras, is precisely positioned in the metatarsal area, at the anterior edge of the base of the 1st metatarsal bone on the medial side of the foot, at the intersection of the red and white flesh. The function of rubbing here is to strengthen the spleen and stomach. Mainly treats abdominal pain, bloating, stomach pain, dysmenorrhea, insomnia, vomiting, intestinal tinnitus, diarrhea, dysentery, foot fungus, and so on.
Shiatsu massage, acupuncture and moxibustion are available. When using acupressure massage, use fingernails to pinch and press Gongsun, until localized soreness; when using moxibustion, use moxa cones of 3 to 5 strong, moxa points for 10 to 20 minutes. When acupuncture, straight puncture, depth of 0.5 ~ 1 inch is recommended.
Remember that acupuncture needs to be operated by a professional doctor, do not arbitrarily acupuncture Gongsun point without authorization, so as not to bring damage to the body.