Acupuncture channels, also known as meridians, are the pathways through which your vital energy force, Qi, flows throughout your body. Your body has 12 primary channels, and along with the secondary channels they form an intricate network, promoting the healthy circulation of your Qi.
The Primary Acupuncture Channels
- The Lung Channel of Hand
- The Large Intestine Channel of Hand
- The Stomach Channel of Foot
- The Spleen Channel of Foot
- The Heart Channel of Hand
- The Small Intestine Channel of Hand
- The Bladder Channel of Foot
- The Kidney Channel of Foot
- The Pericardium Channel of Hand
- The San Jiao (Three Heater) Channel of Hand
- The Gall Bladder Channel of Foot
- The Liver Channel of Foot
Healthy Qi Circulation
When you are at peak mental and physical well-being, your Qi flows from channel to channel, circulating in and around your entire body. When the natural flow of your Qi is disrupted, this disruption usually occurs along a specific channel, affecting one or more physiological functions.
The Path of Qi Circulation
Much of your physical and mental wellness can be attributed to breathing; so, it makes sense that the healthy circulation of Qi begins at the Lung channel.
The Lung Channel of Hand
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The Large Intestine Channel of Hand
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The Stomach Channel of Foot
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The Spleen Channel of Foot
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The Heart Channel of Hand
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The Small Intestine Channel of Hand
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The Bladder Channel of Foot
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The Kidney Channel of Foot
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The Pericardium Channel of Hand
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The San Jiao (Three Heater) Channel of Hand
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The Gall Bladder Channel of Foot
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The Liver Channel of Foot
Upon reaching the Liver Channel of Foot, your Qi will once again flow back to the Lung Channel of Hand, beginning the process anew.
Promoting the Healthy Circulation of Qi
Along each acupuncture channel, there are numerous acupoints. Your specific stresses and ailments will help determine which acupoints should be focused on to restore the healthy flow of Qi. At Merckling Family Chiropractic, our licensed acupuncturist will personally work with you, developing an acupuncture treatment plan suited to meet your unique needs. Depending on your personal wellness goals, we can implement several holistic treatment methods to help you achieve them naturally. Some of the most common conditions treated by acupuncture include:
- Anxiety and depression
- Insomnia
- Arthritis
- Neck and back pain
- Fertility
- Headaches and migraines
- Addiction
These are just several of the multitude of physical and mental health conditions acupuncture has the power to treat. This natural treatment method has been helping people for thousands of years, and presently helps decrease the need for pharmaceutical drugs and invasive medical procedures. Acupuncture therapy can also work in synergy with any outside medical treatments you may be receiving, strengthening their effectiveness, and maximizing the probability of a positive outcome.
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Ready to experience the benefits of acupuncture therapy for yourself? Contact us today to schedule an appointment so we can help navigate you on the road to wellness.
