The theory of meridians and collaterals studies the distribution, physiological functions, pathological changes of the human meridian system, and its relationship with the organs. It is an important component of the theoretical system of traditional Chinese medicine. The theory of meridians and collaterals was developed by ancient physicians through long-term medical practice and has guided … Read more
When discussing acupuncture points, one cannot avoid the topic of meridians. Are meridians a creation of the working people or a discovery by those who practice introspection? What exactly are meridians? Are they blood vessels, nerves, channels of qi and blood, or something else entirely? The theory of meridians is an important component of traditional … Read more
Collaterals (Bie Luo) are a term in meridian theory, referring to the larger collaterals that branch from the twelve primary meridians to adjacent meridians. Each of the twelve meridians has one collateral, along with the Ren (Conception) and Du (Governing) meridians, totaling fifteen collaterals. As stated in the “Nanjing, Chapter 23”: “There are fifteen collaterals, … Read more
The meridians are a collective term for the jingmai (经脉) and luomai (络脉). They serve as pathways for the circulation of qi (气) and blood (血) in the human body, connecting the organs (脏腑) and facilitating communication between the internal and external environments, as well as traversing vertically and horizontally throughout the body. The functions … Read more
Click on the title below “Yiling Pharmaceutical” to quickly follow What are Meridians Meridians are composed of primary meridians (经脉, jingmai) and collaterals (络脉, luomai), forming a network system that circulates throughout the body. They are distributed in every corner of the human body, playing a crucial role in transporting nutrients and regulating the functions … Read more
November 30, 2018, the 23rd day of the 10th lunar month,the 5th year of the Earth Dog, the month of the Water Pig, the day of the Yang Tiger, Friday. The meridians in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) refer to the main and branch pathways of qi and blood circulation within the human body. These pathways … Read more
Meridians (经络) refer to the collective pathways of the body. The term Jing (经) means “pathway” and is synonymous with Jingmai (经脉), which connects the upper and lower parts of the body and communicates the internal and external aspects. Luo (络), also known as Luo Mai (络脉), signifies a network, representing the smaller branches that … Read more
According to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) theory, meridians refer to the general term for the channels (jingmai) and collaterals (luomai). The term “jing” implies a pathway, as the main channels connect the upper and lower parts of the body, linking the internal and external systems. The term “luo” implies a network, as the collaterals are … Read more
1. Meridians1. Definition of Meridians: Meridians refer to the Jingmai (经脉) and Luomai (络脉), which are pathways that connect the internal and external aspects of the body, linking the organs and limbs, and facilitating the flow of Qi (气) and blood.Jingmai — the main trunk of the meridian system.Jing: means a pathway, connecting the upper … Read more
The meridians, which encompass both the primary channels and the collateral channels, serve as the pathways for the circulation of Qi and blood throughout the body, connecting the organs and tissues, facilitating communication between the internal and external environments, and transmitting information. They are a vital component of the body’s structural organization.The meridians are divided … Read more