Luo Vessels (1) Meaning of Luo Vessels The luo vessels are branches that diverge from the main meridians, also known as “bie luo”. There are primarily fifteen luo vessels. These fifteen luo vessels consist of the branches from the twelve main meridians, as well as the branches from the Ren (Conception) and Du (Governing) meridians, … Read more
The Yuan Dynasty scholar Dou Hanqing summarized the effects of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians in his work “Biao You Fu”: “The Yang Qiao (Yang Heel) and Yang Wei (Yang Linking) govern the symptoms on the surface related to the shoulders, back, waist, and legs; the Yin Qiao (Yin Heel), Yin Wei (Yin Linking), and Chong … Read more
Acupuncture points, commonly known as “points“, are special locations on the body where the qi of the internal organs and meridians is infused into the surface. The term “腧” (shù) relates to the meaning of transmission and infusion, while “穴” (xué) means a hole or opening. There are many acupuncture points in the human body, … Read more
The Eight Extraordinary Meridians 1. Governing Vessel 【Pathway】 “Nan Mai: Twenty-Eight Difficulties”: The Governing Vessel originates from the lower extreme of the Shu points, travels along the spine, ascends to the Fengfu (Wind Palace), and enters the brain. (It ascends to the vertex, follows the forehead, and reaches the nasal column) Translation: The Governing Vessel … Read more
Eight Extraordinary Meridians The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer to the Ren (Renmai), Du (Dumai), Chong (Chongmai), Dai (Daimai), Yin Qiao (Yin Qiaomai), Yang Qiao (Yang Qiaomai), Yin Wei (Yin Weimai), and Yang Wei (Yang Weimai). Unlike the twelve regular meridians, they do not directly connect to the organs and do not have a paired relationship … Read more
What are the Eight Extraordinary Meridians? The Eight Extraordinary Meridians (Qi Jing Ba Mai) refer to eight meridians that are outside of the twelve primary meridians (Zheng Jing). They do not directly connect to the organs and do not have a paired relationship with the exterior and interior, hence they are termed “extraordinary”. These include … Read more
The “Study of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians” (奇经八脉考, Qí jīng bā mài kǎo), authored by Li Shizhen during the Ming Dynasty, is a specialized text discussing the eight extraordinary meridians. Li referenced historical literature to elucidate the principles of the “Inner Canon” (内经, Nèi jīng) and organized the pathways and therapeutic indications of the eight … Read more
Traditional Chinese Medicine Health, Classics of Wellness, Wishing You Continuous Health More Knowledge Information Follow us for daily wellness knowledge. Learn the wisdom to avoid illness. Qi Huang Learning SocietyMaking Traditional Chinese Medicine More Beautiful | More Interesting | More Relevant to Life The Eight Extraordinary Meridians are like a great medicine, treating a wide … Read more
壹 The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer to the Du Mai (Governing Vessel), Ren Mai (Conception Vessel), Chong Mai (Penetrating Vessel), Dai Mai (Belt Vessel), Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel), Yang Wei Mai (Yang Linking Vessel), Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Heel Vessel), and Yang Qiao Mai (Yang Heel Vessel). Unlike the twelve primary meridians, they … Read more
Eight Extraordinary Meridians are significant pathways in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), essential for understanding their circulation, physiological functions, and eight representative acupuncture points. Today, let’s explore the diagram of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians together! You can click above to follow and save! Eight Extraordinary Meridians The Eight Extraordinary Meridians refer to the Ren Mai (Ren … Read more