GV-13 Taodao (陶道) — Kiln Path

On the upper back, on the posterior midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra (T1).

Seated with the back flexed or in prone decubitus, first locate Da Zhui (GV-14) for reference. Locate (GV-13) in the depression below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra.

Supraspinous and interspinous ligaments.

Oblique insertion directed superiorly, 0.5–1.0 cun.

Tao (陶), kiln in which ceramic vessels are made; Dao (道), path or passage. The passage of Yang Qi is compared to the chimney of a kiln.