The meridians are the natural pharmacy of the human body, and to control this divine treasure, it is sufficient to understand the operational principles of the twelve meridians. This is the essence of the entire meridian theory in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). There are over three hundred acupuncture points on the twelve meridians, and it … Read more
The Composition and Function of Meridians The meridian system consists of the twelve primary meridians, eight extraordinary meridians, fifteen collateral meridians, twelve meridian branches, twelve sinew channels, twelve skin areas, and many smaller collaterals and superficial collaterals. Table 10-1: Composition of Meridians Meridian Type Twelve Primary Meridians Significance – The meridians associated with the twelve … Read more
【Traditional Chinese Medicine App】Read classic TCM books online/offline >>> The Twelve Meridians The Twelve Meridians, a classification of meridians, refers to the twelve primary meridians and their collaterals. In the “Lingshu: Ben Shu”, it states: “In acupuncture, one must connect to the beginning and end of the twelve meridians.” The twelve primary meridians are the … Read more
✨The pathways and connection patterns of the twelve meridians in the human body (1) Pathway Patterns: The three Yin meridians of the hands originate from the organs and travel to the hands; the three Yang meridians of the hands travel from the hands to the head; The three Yang meridians of the feet travel from … Read more
Origin of Meridians The theory of meridians is one of the core foundations of traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). The earliest documented references can be traced back to the “Pulse Book” unearthed from the Mawangdui tombs, which mentions “pulse” in the context of the “Eleven Meridians of the Feet and Arms” and the “Eleven Yin and … Read more
1. The Theory of Meridians explains the concept of meridians in the human body, the composition of the meridian system, its distribution, physiological functions, pathological changes, and its relationship with the organs, body structures, and Qi dynamics. This theory is a crucial component of the TCM theoretical system. 2. Meridians refer to the general term … Read more
The twelve meridians are the main components of the meridian system, each associated with specific organs. The acupoints are special locations where the qi and blood of the body’s organs and meridians are infused, and they are also the primary sites for acupuncture therapy. The acupoints are distributed mainly along the twelve meridians and the … Read more
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