The Meridian System
The meridians are the channels through which qi flows. In this section, we'll explore the Taoist meridian system, as it is used in acupuncture and qigong practice.
The Meridian System: Channels of Awareness
An overview of the meridian system - the network through which qi travels, to nourish and energize the human body.
An overview of the meridian system - the network through which qi travels, to nourish and energize the human body.
The Acupuncture Meridian Clock
During each two-hour period of the day, qi is flowing strongest in one of the twelve main acupuncture meridians.
During each two-hour period of the day, qi is flowing strongest in one of the twelve main acupuncture meridians.
The Eight Extraordinary Meridians
The Eight Extraordinary Meridians represent the body's deepest level of energetic structuring.
The Eight Extraordinary Meridians represent the body's deepest level of energetic structuring.
Acupuncture Yuan Source Points
An introduction to and listing of the Yuan Source Points used in the practice of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
An introduction to and listing of the Yuan Source Points used in the practice of acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.
Acupuncture Luo Connecting Points
An introduction to the Luo Connecting Points used in acupuncture.
An introduction to the Luo Connecting Points used in acupuncture.
Acupuncture Xi Cleft Points
Xi Cleft points are where the qi and blood of a meridian pool.
Xi Cleft points are where the qi and blood of a meridian pool.
"Light Gate" Acupuncture Points
A diagram of 25 important acupuncture points.
A diagram of 25 important acupuncture points.
Acupuncture Chart
Here's an anatomical chart illustrating the course of the Spleen Meridian, with its various acupuncture points.
Here's an anatomical chart illustrating the course of the Spleen Meridian, with its various acupuncture points.