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Traditional Chinese Medicine-The Merdidians
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https://remedygrove.com/traditional/The-Guide-To-The-12-Major-Meridians-of-the-Body
https://wefreespirits.com/12-meridians-energy-channels-chart/
and my brain
Lung: metal yin 3am-5am
Function: Just as breathing moves energy, the lung meridian plays a crucial part in the circulation of qi and blood. The "Master of Qi"
Symptoms of imbalance: Viral and bacterial infections, excessive perspiration, inflammation issues in the upper parts of the body, problems with the olfactory organs (nose/sense of smell), and adverse skin conditions.
Location: The Lung Meridian starts from the middle section of the thumb, runs along the radial side of the arm, passes through the shoulder, and ends at the chest, connecting with the Large Intestine Meridian.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Lung Meridian flows from the thumb up to the chest.
Acupuncture Points:
1. LU 1 (Zhongfu): Located on the chest, just below the collarbone. It is used to treat respiratory issues like cough, asthma, and chest pain.
2. LU 7 (Lieque): Located on the wrist, just above the base of the thumb. It is used to treat headaches, neck pain, and colds.
3. LU 9 (Taiyuan): Located on the wrist, at the base of the thumb. It is used to treat cough, asthma, and palpitations.
Large Intestine: metal yang 5am-7am
Function: The Large Intestine Meridian is a Yang meridian and is paired with the Lung meridian (Yin and Yang, remember?) The Large Intestine Meridian is associated with the elimination of waste from the body, both physically and emotionally. It plays a crucial role in maintaining the balance of fluids in the body and is also associated with the skin. The health of the Large Intestine Meridian is reflected in the skin’s appearance and the regularity of bowel movements
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Symptoms of imbalance: Abdominal pains, and on an emotional level, difficulty holding on or letting go.
Location: The Large Intestine Meridian starts from the tip of the index finger, runs along the radial side of the arm, passes through the shoulder, and ends at the nose, connecting with the Stomach Meridian.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Large Intestine Meridian flows from the index finger up to the nose.
Acupuncture Points:
1. LI 4 (Hegu): Located on the hand, between the thumb and index finger. It is used to treat headaches, pain, and induce labor.
2. LI 11 (Quchi): Located on the elbow, at the end of the elbow crease. It is used to treat fevers, sore throat, and immune system disorders.
3. LI 20 (Yingxiang): Located on the face, on either side of the nostrils. It is used to treat nasal congestion, sinusitis, and facial paralysis.
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Stomach: earth yang 7am-9am
The Stomach Meridian is a Yang meridian, paired with the Spleen Meridian. This pathway is integral to the digestive process, transforming food into energy and nutrients. But it’s more than just physical; it also impacts our mental and emotional well-being, particularly influencing overthinking.
Location: Beginning at the lower eyelid, it descends down the face, neck, chest, and abdomen, terminating at the second toe.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi flows downward from the face to the second toe
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Symptoms of imbalance: Feelings of worry and nervousness, and a lack of acceptance.
Acupuncture Points:
1. ST 1 (Chengqi): Positioned directly below the pupil, between the eyeball and the infraorbital ridge. It is commonly used for eye disorders such as redness, swelling, and pain.
2. ST 36 (Zusanli): Located four finger widths below the kneecap, one finger width outside of the shinbone. A multifunctional point, it is used for gastrointestinal discomfort, fatigue, and immune support.
3. ST 44 (Neiting): Situated between the second and third toes. It is employed for tooth pain, jaw swelling, and sore throat.
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Spleen(Pancreas): earth yin 9am-11am
The Spleen Meridian (Yin) has an influence that extends far beyond that of the western anatomical spleen. It is responsible for the transportation of food and fluids in the body and is also associated with the muscles and limbs, influencing their tone and condition.
• Location: The Spleen Meridian begins at the big toe, runs along the medial side of the foot and leg, passes along the abdomen, and ends at the root of the tongue.
• Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Spleen Meridian flows from the foot up to the chest.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Diarrhea, constipation, bloating, lack of appetite, prolapsed internal organs, weak muscles, general fatigue, brain fog, and absentmindedness.
• Acupuncture Points:
1. SP 3 (Taibai): Located on the foot, in the hollow on the medial side of the big toe. It is used to treat digestive issues like nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea.
2. SP 6 (Sanyinjiao): Located on the leg, four finger widths above the inner ankle bone. It is used to treat menstrual issues, insomnia, and anxiety.
3. SP 9 (Yinlingquan): Located on the leg, in the depression below the kneecap. It is used to treat edema, abdominal pain, and urinary issues.
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Heart: Fire yin 11am-1pm
The Heart Meridian, as the name suggests, is linked to the heart organ, but its functions in TCM go beyond the Western understanding of the heart. It is a Yin meridian and is responsible for governing the blood and housing the mind, which includes our consciousness, emotions, and mental activities.
• Location: The Heart Meridian starts from the heart, passes through the diaphragm to connect with the small intestine, then runs along the inner side of the arm, ending at the tip of the little finger.
• Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Heart Meridian flows from the chest down to the little finger.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Chest pains, palpitations, shortness of breath, dizziness, hot flashes, cold sweats, irritability, and insomnia. A healthy heart meridian allows for joy and bliss in one’s life, while an imbalance can lead to psychological problems like anxiety, depression, and bipolar disorder.
Acupuncture Points:
1. HT 3 (Shaohai): Located on the inner side of the elbow. It is used to treat pain in the chest, heart palpitations, and emotional distress.
2. HT 7 (Shenmen): Located on the wrist, at the base of the little finger. It is used to treat insomnia, anxiety, and heart palpitations.
3. HT 9 (Shaochong): Located at the tip of the little finger. It is used to treat chest pain, heart palpitations, and fainting.
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Small Intestine: fire yang 1pm-3pm
The Small Intestine Meridian (Yang) is paired with the heart. It’s responsible for receiving partially digested food from the stomach and further digesting it, separating the pure from the impure, and then distributing the pure nutrients throughout the body and eliminating the waste.
Location: The Small Intestine Meridian starts at the little finger and runs along the ulnar side of the arm, passes over the shoulder blade, and ends in front of the ear, connecting with the Bladder Meridian.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Small Intestine Meridian flows from the little finger up to the face.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Poor circulation, weak legs, feeling cold, swollen lymph glands, sore/stiff shoulders, acne, nerve pain, poor digestion, and stomach distention.
Acupuncture Points:
1. SI 3 (Houxi): Located on the hand, in the depression at the base of the little finger. It is used to treat neck pain, low back pain, and headaches.
2. SI 6 (Yanglao): Located on the forearm, on the ulnar side, in a depression between the ulna and radius. It is used to treat shoulder and neck pain, headaches, and deafness.
3. SI 19 (Tinggong): Located in front of the ear, in the depression between the jawbone and the skull. It is used to treat tinnitus, earache, and TMJ pain.
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Bladder: water yang 3pm-5pm
The Bladder Meridian is one of the yang meridians and is paired with the Kidney Meridian. This pathway is the longest and most complex meridian. It not only treats the urinary bladder but is also effective for the entire surface of the back and the back of the head and neck. The Bladder Meridian influences the functions of the urinary bladder, controls the “Sea of Qi,” and plays a significant role in balancing the autonomic nervous system.
Location: The Bladder Meridian starts at the inner corner of the eye, runs over the head, down the neck and the back, along the hamstring, and ends at the little toe.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Bladder Meridian flows from the eye down to the toe.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Stiffness in the neck and shoulders, headaches, back pains, and all urinary diseases. Emotionally, an imbalance of bladder energy causes feelings of anger and an inability to express emotions.
Acupuncture Points:
1. BL 1 (Jingming): Located on the inner corner of the eye. It is used to treat eye disorders, headache, and nasal congestion.
2. BL 40 (Weizhong): Located at the back of the knee. It is used to treat lower back pain, hip pain, and knee pain.
3. BL 60 (Kunlun): Located between the Achilles tendon and the ankle bone. It is used to treat headache, neck pain, and ankle pain.
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Kidney: water yin 5pm-7pm
The Kidney Meridian is a yin meridian. The kidneys are considered the root of life and store the body’s essential energy, also known as Jing (one of the Three Treasures in Taoism). The Kidney Meridian plays a crucial role in regulating the body’s water metabolism, reproduction system, and growth and development.
Location: The Kidney Meridian starts from the sole of the foot, runs along the medial side of the leg, passes through the abdomen, and ends at the root of the tongue.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Kidney Meridian flows from the foot up to the chest.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Genital-urinary disorders, backaches, asthma, and tinnitus. On an emotional level, the kidney meridian controls willpower, determination, and ability to cope with hardship.
Acupuncture Points:
1. KI 1 (Yongquan): Located on the sole of the foot, in the depression that appears when the toes are curled. It is used to treat insomnia, palpitations, and anxiety.
2. KI 3 (Taixi): Located on the ankle, in the depression between the ankle bone and the Achilles tendon. It is used to treat lower back pain, tinnitus, and insomnia.
3. KI 7 (Fuliu): Located on the leg, approximately 2 inches above KI 3. It is used to treat edema, night sweats, and dry mouth.
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Pericardium: fire yin 7pm-9pm
The Pericardium Meridian, also known as the Circulation-Sex Meridian, is a yin meridian. The pericardium is considered the “heart’s protector”, as it provides a protective layer around the heart and regulates its function.
Location: The Pericardium Meridian starts in the chest, runs down the medial side of the arm, and ends at the tip of the middle finger.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Pericardium Meridian flows from the chest down to the fingers.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Disorders of the heart, chest, and stomach, as well as difficulty expressing emotions, depression, aversions, and phobias
Acupuncture Points:
1. PC 6 (Neiguan): Located on the forearm, two and a half finger widths from the wrist crease, between the tendons of the palmaris longus and flexor carpi radialis muscles. It is used to treat nausea, palpitations, and insomnia.
2. PC 7 (Daling): Located in the middle of the wrist crease. It is used to treat chest pain, palpitations, and emotional issues.
3. PC 8 (Laogong): Located in the center of the palm. It is used to treat excessive sweating, mouth ulcers, and heartburn.
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Triple Warmer/Heater/Burner: fire yang 9pm-11pm
The Triple Burner Meridian, also known as the San Jiao or Triple Warmer Meridian, is a yang meridian and is paired with the Pericardium Meridian. The Triple Burner is a unique organ in TCM as it does not have a physical form. Instead, it refers to the functional divisions of the body’s activities and is responsible for the regulation of body temperature and the flow of fluids in the body.
Location: The Triple Burner Meridian starts at the ring finger, runs along the dorsum of the hand and arm, passes through the shoulder and neck, and ends at the ear and the corner of the forehead.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Triple Burner Meridian flows from the fingers up to the head.
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Acupuncture Points:
1. TB 5 (Waiguan): Located two finger widths above the wrist crease, between the ulna and radius bones. It is used to treat headaches, earaches, and pain in the shoulder and arm.
2. TB 6 (Zhigou): Located three finger widths above the wrist crease, between the ulna and radius bones. It is used to treat constipation, insomnia, and ear problems.
3. TB 17 (Yifeng): Located behind the earlobe, in the depression between the jaw and the mastoid process. It is used to treat ear problems, tinnitus, and facial paralysis.
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Symptoms of imbalance: A wide range of disorders—since the triple warmer is responsible for the whole body, an issue with any organ in the body is in some way associated to an imbalance in the triple warmer meridian.
Gall Bladder: wood yang 11pm-1am
The Gallbladder Meridian is unique among the meridians as it is the only Yang meridian that does not connect directly with the exterior of the body. And you guessed it, it’s paired with the Liver Meridian. This meridian is associated with decision making, courage, and initiative, and is crucial for the body’s movement and coordination. It regulates the storage and excretion of bile, which is essential for digestion.
Location: The Gallbladder Meridian begins at the outer corner of the eye, runs along the side of the head, down the neck, torso, and hips, along the outside of the leg, and ends at the fourth toe.
Qi Flow Direction: The Gallbladder Meridian flows from the head down to the toe.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Bloating, liver pains, and yellow discoloration of tongue, skin, or urine.
Acupuncture Points:
1. GB 20 (Fengchi): Located at the base of the skull, in the depression between the sternocleidomastoid and trapezius muscles. It is used to treat headaches, neck pain, and dizziness.
2. GB 30 (Huantiao): Located at the junction of the buttocks and the thigh. It is used to treat hip pain, sciatica, and lower back pain.
3. GB 34 (Yanglingquan): Located on the leg, in the depression anterior and inferior to the head of the fibula. It is used to treat muscle cramps, knee pain, and jaundice.
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Liver: wood yin 1am-3am
The Liver Meridian is a Yin meridian and it is associated with the emotions of anger. The liver in TCM is considered the “General” of the body, as it is responsible for coordination. It also stores and purifies blood and is involved in the regulation of menstruation.
Location: The Liver Meridian starts from the big toe, runs along the medial side of the leg and thigh, enters the torso, and ends at the chest.
Qi Flow Direction: The Qi in the Liver Meridian flows from the foot up to the chest.
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Symptoms of imbalance: Menstrual disorders, dry skin and eyes, jaundice, blurred vision, vertigo, stiff joints, and headaches. On an emotional level, an imbalance of energy in the liver meridian results in anger, irritability, depression, and a lack of control and emotional flexibility.
Acupuncture Points:
1. LV 3 (Taichong): Located on the foot, between the first and second toes. It is used to treat stress, anxiety, and menstrual pain.
2. LV 8 (Ququan): Located on the leg, in the depression between the medial condyle of the femur and the medial condyle of the tibia. It is used to treat knee pain, impotence, and menstrual issues.
3. LV 14 (Qimen): Located on the chest, below the nipple. It is used to treat chest pain, acid reflux, and emotional issues.
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MERIDIANS
They come in pairs. One yin and one yang of each element.
Yin goes up. Yang goes down.
