Which GV point is located on the midline of the upper back in the depression below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra?

Which GV point is located on the midline of the upper back in the depression below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra?

• A. GV 11
• B. GV 12
• C. GV 13
• D. GV 14

Answer: (C)

The point being tested is identified by its vertebral level on the midline of the back. The Governing Vessel points run along the midline, and precise location is determined by the spinous processes. The described spot is the midline depression just below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra (T1). That is GV 13. To find it in practice, locate the prominent C7 vertebra at the base of the neck, move down to the level of T1, and feel for the small hollow right beneath the T1 spinous process along the midline. This distinguishes GV 13 from points higher up (like the one at C7) or further down the thoracic spine.

The point being tested is identified by its vertebral level on the midline of the back. The Governing Vessel points run along the midline, and precise location is determined by the spinous processes.

The described spot is the midline depression just below the spinous process of the first thoracic vertebra (T1). That is GV 13. To find it in practice, locate the prominent C7 vertebra at the base of the neck, move down to the level of T1, and feel for the small hollow right beneath the T1 spinous process along the midline. This distinguishes GV 13 from points higher up (like the one at C7) or further down the thoracic spine.