An Overview of Meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine

An Overview of Meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Meridians are the general term for the jingmai (经脉) and luomai (络脉). In the human body, there are certain pathways that run throughout the body, referred to as jingmai by ancient scholars; along these main pathways, there are branches, which are further divided into smaller branches, known as luomai. The term “mai” (脉) is a … Read more

Acupuncture Practice: A Detailed Discussion on Luo Vessels

Acupuncture Practice: A Detailed Discussion on Luo Vessels

Hello everyone, today I will discuss the topic of Luo vessels, which I have wanted to talk about for a long time. However, I always felt that I did not have enough clinical experience and feedback, and it seemed incomplete. Today, I will share some of the very effective methods I use. Before discussing Luo … Read more

Meridians and Collaterals: Essential Knowledge!

Meridians and Collaterals: Essential Knowledge!

1. Meridians and Collaterals 1. Definition of Meridians: Meridians refer to the main pathways (经脉, jīng mài) and collaterals (络脉, luò mài) that connect the internal and external aspects of the body, linking the organs and limbs, and facilitating the flow of Qi and blood.Meridians — the main trunk of the meridian system.Jing (经): signifies … Read more

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Shaohai Point of the Hand Shaoyin Heart Meridian

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Shaohai Point of the Hand Shaoyin Heart Meridian

Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, allowing everyone to have a fundamental understanding of them and a simple grasp of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints have high risks associated with needling; non-professionals in acupuncture should not attempt … Read more

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: The Wen Liu Point of the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: The Wen Liu Point of the Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian

Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, allowing everyone to have a fundamental understanding of them and a simple grasp of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints carry high risks when needled; non-professionals in acupuncture should not attempt needling … Read more

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Yin Ling Quan Point of the Spleen Meridian

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Yin Ling Quan Point of the Spleen Meridian

Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, allowing everyone to have a fundamental understanding of them and a simple grasp of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints have high risks associated with needling; non-professionals in acupuncture should not attempt … Read more

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian – Shangyang Point

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Hand Yangming Large Intestine Meridian - Shangyang Point

Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, providing a fundamental understanding of them and a simple overview of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints have high risks associated with needling; therefore, non-professionals should not attempt needling on their own! … Read more

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian – Xiaobai Point

Acupoint Knowledge | Twelve Meridians: Hand Taiyin Lung Meridian - Xiaobai Point

Warm Reminder This section aims to introduce the basic knowledge of acupoints in the human body, providing a fundamental understanding of them and a simple overview of their application in external therapies such as moxibustion, cupping, and guasha. Many acupoints have high risks associated with needling; non-professionals should not attempt needling operations! Hand Taiyin Lung … Read more