Pressure Point GB-31 [Gall Bladder]
Today I will continue on our weekly discussion of Pressure Points with one of the most underrated, Pressure Point GB-31 [Gall Bladder].
Even many people who have never studied the science of Pressure Point Self Defense called Kyusho Jitsu will have a relationship with the pressure point.
It is sometimes referred to as the Charley-Horse point on the leg. I know in high school we all love to knee someone here!
And the results are cripplingly painful!
Pressure Point GB-31 [Gall Bladder] - Location
The Pressure Point GB-31 is located on the mid-line of the lateral aspect of the thigh, 7 cun above the transverse Popliteal Artery "crease." When a person is standing erect with hands by their sides, the pressure point is located where the tip of the middle finger touches the leg.
Pressure Point GB-31 - the effect
When the pressure point is struck, usually with a blunt object like the knee the entire leg will go "dead." The pain is "off the charts" and the attacker will be unable to walk. A knockout is possible because a solid strike can break the femur and therefore cause serious injury including death do to potential internal bleeding. This is not probable however due to the curvature of the leg at this point.
And using a small tool such as the heal or a big toe, placed dead on the pressure point can cause heart issues. The reason is the swelling inside the leg, cause circulation issues in the leg. However this is very unlikely.
Therefore it is not considered a dangerous pressure point, but a Painful Pressure Point.
In Conclusion
Now because of the almost guaranteed result when striking this pressure point it is a must for self defense training.
Therefore it is one you will want to learn and pay attention too!
Do you train using this pressure point? Are there others you also really like? Leave me a comment and let me know!
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