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The Composition and Function of Meridians in Acupuncture

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The Composition and Function of Meridians in Acupuncture

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

The Composition of the Human Body in Traditional Chinese Medicine: An Overview of Meridians and Collaterals

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The Composition of the Human Body in Traditional Chinese Medicine: An Overview of Meridians and Collaterals

The interconnected and interwoven structure forms a powerful meridian system. The meridian system is mainly divided into six parts: the twelve primary meridians, the twelve divergent meridians, the eight extraordinary vessels, the twelve sinew channels, and the twelve cutaneous regions. Among these, the twelve primary meridians, twelve divergent meridians, eight extraordinary vessels, and fifteen collaterals … Read more