What is meridian and collateral?
The meridian-collateral system of traditional Chinese medicine refers to the regulating system composed of the known loose connective tissue, liquid-Qi of tissue, energy substances, nerves, blood vessels, lymph, etc.
How many collateral channels does the spleen have?
The spleen helps the stomach to transport fluids to the five zang organs and the four extremities through its major collateral which governs both Yin and Yang collaterals of the body. Each of the 15 collaterals has its own course and distribution.
What is the Jing Luo?
The meridians (jing) and collaterals (luo) are the pathways in which qi (vital energy or vital force, pronounced ‘chee’) and blood circulate. They form a specific network which communicates with the internal organs and limbs and connects the upper to the lower and the exterior portions of the body.
What were two treatments under TCM?
Therapeutic Methods TCM encompasses several methods designed to help patients achieve and maintain health. There are 6 modern therapeutic methods used in TCM, including acupuncture, moxibustion, tui na massage, cupping/scraping, Chinese herbs, and TCM nutrition. Acupuncture is the most often practiced component of TCM.
Is Yang cold?
It is also called the law of the unity of opposites. Yin and yang describe the two essential forces inherent in all of nature….Yin, Yang & Aging.
| Yang Qualities | Yin Qualities |
|---|---|
| Hot/Warm | Cold/Cool |
| Dry | Moist |
| Day | Night |
| Summer | Winter |
What is the Luo connecting point?
Luo Connecting Points are where a separate channel splits off from the main flow and connects with the Yin/Yang paired meridian. Can be used to diagnose and treat channel problems based on fullness (pain, heat) or emptiness (stiffness, weakness).
