skin areas
The Channels, Collaterals, Sinews, and Skin Areas in Traditional Chinese Medicine
1. Channels (Jing Bie) (1) Definition of Channels The term “Channels” refers to the twelve branches of the main channels, distributed in the chest, abdomen, and head, forming another system of meridians that connects the exterior and interior channels and strengthens the relationship with the organs. It is included within the scope of the twelve … Read more
The Twelve Skin Areas: Jing Bie, Luo Mai, Jing Jin, and the Skin
The Six Jing Skin Areas The skin of the entire body is divided into twelve areas according to the distribution of the twelve meridians. In the “Su Wen: Discussion on the Skin Areas,” it states: “To understand the skin areas… one must refer to the meridians, and this applies to all meridians.” When the hand … Read more