Oriental Medicine for TKD - Omaha Blue Waves Martial Arts

Basic Theory for Martial Arts
and Oriental Health Practice
Prepared by:
Jeffrey W. Helaney, D.Sc.
Oriental Medicine &
gthDan TaeKwon-Do
The theories mentioned in this study guide comprise the basic conceptual
framework of most Traditional Chinese Medicine modalities and eastern martial arts
styles. When used separately or together the constructs form as simplistic method for
viewing the interactions of the human body and the universe itself Regardless of the
methodology used to diagnosis an illness, to treat a patient's complaints, or to focus a
martial arts attack basic understanding of the process needed to affect change (from an
eastern perspective) can be found utilizing one or more of theses theories.
It is beyond the scope of this study guide to delve deeply into oriental medical
theory or methods of attack. Volumes can and have been written on each subject. This
outline is designed to give the student a basic understanding of how most eastern
traditions view the functioning of the human body. A basic understanding of these
theories and the meridian system is a prerequisite for progressing beyond the rank of 1st
Degree Black Belt in this school.
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Concepts in Yin
And Yang Theory
Yin and Yang are opposites, relative to each other. Nothing in nature is either
wholly yin or wholly yang. Everything contains the essence of the other inside it. Yin and
Yang are constantly changing balance, with each attempting to gain dominance. Things
with a Yang nature (e.g., heat) counter and dispel Yin natured things (e.g., cold). This,
also, works in reverse. Things with a Yin nature (e.g., cold) counter and dispel Yang
natured things (e.g., heat). In Oriental Medical Theory, if one over dominates the other it
can cause imbalance and lead to disease.
Yin and Yang can not exist independently. Through their opposite natures, they
define each other, much as night and day do. Without light there is no darkness and
without darkness how could light be defined? The nature of Yin and Yang is that
concepts only exist in relation to the other. In addition, they feed off of each other. Yang
can be thought of as energy that it needs nutrients to sustain itself Yin can be thought of
as the nutrient need to give Yang (energy) its form.
Yin and Yang are constantly trying to adjust to each others levels. Outside
influences can significantly upset the delicate balance. There are four possibilities that
can occur: Yang Excess of Heat Shi, Yang Deficiency or Heat Xu, Yin Excess or Cold
Shi, Yin Deficiency or Cold Xu.
When utilizing Yin and Yang theory, it is important to be cognizant the patterns
that are present in the patient or in the opponent. The practitioner must pay attention to
the heat and the cold attributes. It can help with perspective to interchange the words
yang and yin with heat and cold respectively. Additionally, by combining with them with
deficiency (xu) and excess (shi), the practitioner can get a sense how to apply the theory
to the body imbalances. For example, Yin Deficiency can also be thought of as cold
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One of the major theories used in Oriental Medicine is based upon the imbalances
in the bodies Yin and Yang essences. Observable patterns in illness and disease are used
to help determine if a sickness is either Yin or Yang in essence. This becomes very
important later in determining the course of treatment.
To the martial artist, these imbalances can be an area of attack on a hostile
opponent. Like the theory itself, healing and hurting are two sides of the same whole.
CAN YOU ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS?
1. The Concept of Yin and Yang pre-date Christianity by how long?
2. Originally Yin and Yang were translated to mean?
3. Generally Yang energy flows over what part of the body?
4. Generally Yin energy flows over what part of the body?
5. An imbalance of Yin or Yang energy can cause what?
6. What does the word transformation have to do with Yin or Yang theory?
to the next element clockwise to it. It is, also, sometimes called the mother-son cycle.
The simplicity of the theory is easy to remember using basic imagery techniques. Close
your eyes and think of a stream or rain. The water nourishes the trees that grow making
wood. The wood is cut and burned in a campfire. Thus we create the transformation into
fire. Fire burns the wood to ash and creates earth. The earth holds metal. Then the rain
falls on the earth and flows across the metal to nourish the trees.
The Controlling Cycle is sometimes referred to as the Father/Son or
Grandparent/Grandson
Cycle. In this cycle each element is kept in check by the element
two steps to counter clockwise to it. Using the same cycle as above water controls fire,
fire controls metal, metal controls wood, wood controls earth, earth controls water.
The Over-Acting Cycle occurs when an element attacks another in direct opposite
to the controlling cycle. The over-acting cycle invariably causes problems when any
given phase is overly strong and not controlled enough. It then takes the element it
controls and does damage to it (e.g., water controls fire, but if too much water is used the
fire will go out completely, etc.) Easy to remember imagery for this cycle can include the
following: Water can be used to put outfire. Hot flames are used to melt metal. Metal
given the form of an axe or saw will cut wood. Wood breaks through the earth as a tree to
grow. Earth mixed with water turns to mud.
CAN YOU ANSWER THESE QUESTIONS?
1. The Concept of Five Elements is an extension of what?
2. Explain the generating cycle.
3. Explain the controlling cycle.
4. Explain the over-acting cycle.
Basic Theory for the Martial Arts
and Oriental Health Practice
Lesson Three: ZanglFu Theory
The eastern perspective on human physiology differs dramatically from the
western view. Although these differences can be disconcerting at first glance, they are not
impenetrable. Generally speaking, the differences lay in the way anatomical functions are
understood. Eastern constructs tend to look at physiological function from an
interdependent standpoint. Body functions are seen as not solely the province of one
individual organ, but rather of an organ system that is interrelated to other organ systems.
On the other hand, western understanding of anatomical functions is based on the
'scientific method'. As we look delve into Oriental Medical Theory it is important to note
the not only the interdependent relationships of organ systems, but the channels or
meridians that transport Qi throughout the body and keep us in harmony.
The body contains twelve primary Qi channels and eight extraordinary meridians.
Understanding the basic function of the organ system is extremely important.
Additionally, our bodies contain six Yang organs and six Yin organs. These organs are
associated with each other through a special relationship that we will discuss later in this
paper.
Yin and Yang channels are sequential to each other in the circulation of Qi, and
their functions are closely related. Disease in one organ system usually affects the other.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the channel corresponding to the Yang organ is often
used to treat disorders of its Yin organ.
When looking at channels located on the bodies extremities, the Yang channels
are located on the lateral side of the limbs while the Yin channels are on the medial side.
Looking at this from a martial arts perspective, the outsides of the limbs are more Yang
which makes them more resistant and prepared for an attack, while the internal sides are
more Yin and weaker.
Zang-Fu Theory explains physiological function, pathological changes, and
mutual relationships of every zang and fu organ. In Traditional Chinese Medicine the
zang and fu organs are not simply anatomical substances, but they represent the
generalization of the physiology and pathology of certain body systems. Twelve of
the major channels/meridians consist of paired Zang-Fu organs. The five Zang
(Yin) organs are the heart (six including the pericardium), lung, spleen, liver, and kidney.
The six Fu (Yang) organs are the gall bladder, stomach, large intestine, small intestine,
urinary bladder and the sanjiao (three areas of the body cavity).
Zang and Fu are classified by the different aspects of their functions. The five
Zang organs mainly manufacture and store essence: qi, blood, and body fluid. The six Fu
organs mainly receive and digest food, absorb nutrient substances, transmit and excrete
wastes. They, also, store essential qi and regulate its outflow. The Fu organs transform
and transport substances without storing them and for this reason they may be over-filled
but cannot be filled to capacity.
Another category of organs are called the extraordinary Fu organs which include
the brain, marrow, bone, vessels, gallbladder, and uterus. Although they are named Fu
organ's their functions are similar to that of the Zang organs. Briefly, the brain is often
referred to as the 'Sea of Marrow and controls the memory, concentration and the five
senses. The bones and bone marrow are basically repositories for and dependent on
kidney essence. (This is one reason the kidneys are treated to speed up bone breaks.) The
vessels contain the blood and the gallbladder is considered an extra Fu organ in its
function of storing bile. The uterus's function is regulating menstruation, conception, and
pregnancy.
Below we will examine in more depth the basic concepts and attributes of the
major Zang-Fu organ systems. Keep in mind that Zang-Fu Theory builds and
incorporates elements of both the Yin and Yang Theory and the Five Elements Theory.
For ease and understanding the systems have been paired based on their relationship to
each other and the Five Element Theory.
1. The Stomach
The spleen (Yin) and the stomach (Yang) are paired organ systems. These
organ systems belong to Earth in the Five Element Theory, the center, the season
of long summer (the end of summer), the climatic condition of dampness, the
color yellow, the emotion of pensiveness, the taste of sweetness, fragrant odor,
and the sound of singing. These channels open in the mouth and they control the
flesh and the limbs.
The relationship between the spleen and the stomach are particularly
strong. The stomach receives food and the spleen transports the nutrients. The
stomach moves things downward while the spleen moves things upward. The
stomach needs dampness while the spleen needs dryness. Although there a
number of patterns relating to deficiency of the stomach (many originate in the
spleen), most stomach disorders are caused from excess. Stomach Fire gives a
painful, burning sensation in the stomach, unusual hunger, bleeding of the gums,
constipation, and halitosis.
From Oriental Medical Theory perspective, saliva begins the process of
digestion is then food passed into the stomach, which located in the middle
Sanjiao area. The stomach then breaks down the food, and passes it on to the
intestines, where the essence is absorbed and converted into Qi, and circulated
through the body.
When a person is upset, the stomach will not function normally.
Regulating the mind is the first step to maintaining the stomach in a healthy
condition. The type of food that is eaten is the second consideration. The proper
amount and quality of food will help a person to obtain a high quality of Qi and to
circulate throughout the body.
2. The Spleen
The spleen (Yin) and the stomach (Yang) are paired organ systems. It
shares the similar attributes as the stomach in the Five Element Theory. The
spleen is considered the main organ system of digestion. Its function is to
transport nutrients and regulate the blood (regulate means to keep it within the
channels). It is responsible for the transformation of food into nourishment.
If the spleen is weak, the body can not use the nourishment available in
food. This may cause general fatigue, and a pasty complexion. Deficient spleen
Qi is shown by a sense of malaise or uncomfortable fullness in the upper
abdomen. The spleen distributes its Qi upward, and weakness in the spleen will
usually manifest itself in diarrhea. Insufficiency of the Middle Qi will presage
prolapsed stomach, kidneys, etc. In more serious cases, the spleen Yang Qi will
be deficient, which is manifested in diarrhea, cold limbs, and abdominal pain that
can be soothed by the warmth of frequent hot drinks. If any of the above
symptoms are accompanied by bleeding, especially from the digestive tract or
uterus, it is called' Spleen Not Controlling the Blood.'
Another common problem associated with the spleen is 'Cold and
Dampness Harassing the Spleen'. It is characterized by a full feeling in the chest
and a bloated sensation in the abdomen, lack of appetite and taste, a feeling of
cold in the limbs, a dark yellowish hue to the skin, some edema and diarrhea. The
cold and dampness prevent the spleen from its transforming and transporting
functions. This leads to a disturbance in the body's water metabolism and is one
of the origins of Phlegm.
3. The Heart
The heart and the small intestine are paired organ systems. The heart is a
Yin organ, and the small intestine is Yang. These two organs correspond to Fire in
the Five Element Theory, the southerly direction, the summer season, the climatic
condition of heat, the color red, the emotion of happiness, the sound of laughter,
the taste of bitterness, and the odor of burning. Their respective point of entry is
the tongue. The heart and small intestine control the blood vessels and are
reflected in the face. Most of the problems of the heart are associated with
weakness. Four of the major types of heart weakness are Deficient Heart Qi,
Deficient Heart Yang, Deficient Heart Blood, and Deficient Heart Yin.
The heart's main functions are associated with the spirit and the blood
vessels. The heart governs the blood vessels and is responsible for moving blood
through them. Additionally, it stores the spirit, and is usually associated with
mental processes. Keeping this in mind it easy to see why some forms of
emotional distress, dizziness, palpitations, shortness of breath, and lack of vitality
are common symptoms of heart ailments.
'Deficient Heart Qi' is characterized by lassitude, panting and shallow
breathing, and frequent sweating. If the face is swollen and ashen gray or bluishgreen, and the limbs are cold, it is called 'Deficient Heart Yang'. Symptoms of
restlessness, irritability, dizziness, absentmindedness, and insomnia are typical
signs of 'Deficient Heart Blood'. In 'Deficient Heart Yin' cases, a flushed feeling
in the palms and face, low grade fever, and night sweating may occur.
Heart Excess arises from an excess of Heart Fire. This problem is
manifested by fever, possibly accompanied by delirium, a racing pulse, intense
restlessness, insomnia or frequent nightmares, a bright red face, a red or blistered
and painful tongue, and sometimes a burning sensation during urination. The
latter symptom is the result of Heat being transferred from the heart to the small
intestine, which interferes with the small intestine's role in metabolism and the
body's management of water.
4. The Small Intestine
As indicated above, the heart and the small intestine are paired organs.
The heart is considered Yin, and the small intestine is considered Yang. The
major function of the small intestine is to separate waste material from the
nutritious elements in food. The nutritious elements are then distributed
throughout the body and waste is sent on to the large intestine.
Both the small and large intestines are located in the Lower Dan Tian. In
order to store the Original Qi, the abdomen must be healthy and the Qi circulation
in the area of the intestines must be smooth and natural.
5. The Urinary Bladder
The kidneys (Yin) and the urinary bladder (Yang) are paired organs. They
correspond to Water in the Five Element Theory, the winter season, the cold
climatic condition, the southerly direction, the color black, the emotion of fear,
the taste of salt, the smell of decay, and the sound of groaning. Their sensory
organ is the ear. Their opening is the urethra. These channels control the bones,
marrow, and brain, and their health is reflected in the hair of the head. The main
function of the urinary bladder is to transform fluids into urine and excrete it from
the body.
As seen above the kidneys (Yin) and the urinary bladder (Yang) are paired
organs, and have are defined by similar 'Water' properties. The kidneys store
Original Essence (Yuan Jing) and are responsible for growth, development, and
reproductive functions. The kidneys play the primary role in regulating the body's
water and liquid metabolism. They, also, hold the body's most fundamental Yin
and Yang. Because the kidneys are the repositories of the basal Yin and Yang of
the body, any disorder, if sufficiently chronic, will involve the kidneys. More
often than not, a disease of the kidneys will usually lead to problems in other
organs. The symptoms of Deficient Kidney Yang or Yin are typical symptoms of
the disorder, and will appear to a certain extent as Deficient Yang or Yin patterns
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any organ.
Deficient Kidney Yang symptoms are associated with loss of energy or
warmth. Similar to Deficient Kidney Yin, there is commonly ringing in the ears,
dizziness, and soreness in the lower back. One difference, however, is that the
soreness can be characterized by a feeling of coldness, and fatigue. Sometimes
weakness in the legs can, also, occur. In men, there is a propensity toward
impotence, and in both in men and women, clear and voluminous urine or
incontinence.
Deficient Kidney Yin can generate similar disorders in the heart and liver,
while Deficient Kidney Yang can interfere with the functions of the spleen and
lungs. The progression can, also, occur in the opposite direction. When this
pattern is associated with the lungs, it is called 'Kidney Not Receiving Qi,' a type
of wheezing characterized by difficult breathing, most often during inhalation.
As discussed, kidneys perform an important role in the metabolism of
water. If these functions are disrupted, the condition of Deficient Kidneys can
lead to 'Spreading Water.' Maintaining the kidneys in a healthy state includes
protecting the physical kidneys from degeneration, and maintaining a smooth and
correct level of Qi flow.
Diet is important to kidney health. Too much salt is harmful to the
kidneys, and eating too much of certain vegetables will weaken the kidneys.
Additionally, the overall health of the body is also important. Things like over
working and not resting enough will increase tension on the kidneys and make the
Qi flow stagnant. In winter, the kidneys will have more tension than in summer.
Due to this, the Qi flow is more stagnant in the wintertime than in the
summertime. This is why back pain and associated problems increase during the
winter.
7.
The Pericardium
The pericardium (Yin) and the triple burner (Yang) are also paired organs.
They correspond to the "Ministerial Fire," as opposed to the "Sovereign Fire" of
the heart and small intestine. The regulation of Qi in the pericardium is considered
a very important. The heart is the most vital organ in the human body, and must
have a proper level ofQi circulation to function normally.
The Qi level of the heart can be raised to an abnormal state by illness,
emotional disturbance, exercise, or injury. On of the functions of the pericardium
is to dissipate the excess Qi from the heart and direct it to the Laogong cavity (P8), located in the center of the palm. From Laogong, the excess Qi can be released
naturally and help to regulate the heart's Qi level. As a side note, the Laogong
cavity is often used in massage practice to reduce the body's temperature during a
fever.
8. The Triple Burner (Sanjaio)
The burners are considered three regions of the body that are used to
group the organs. The upper burner includes the chest, neck, and head as well as
the functions of the heart and lungs. The middle burner is the region between the
chest and the navel, and includes the functions of the stomach, liver, and spleen.
The lower burner spans the lower abdomen, and the functions of the kidneys and
urinary bladder. The upper burner has been compared to a mist which spreads the
blood and Qi, the middle burner is like a foam which churns up food in the
process of digestion, and the lower burner resembles a swamp where all the
impure substances are excreted.
9. The Gall Bladder
The liver (Yin) and the gall bladder (Yang) are paired organ systems.
They correspond to Wood in the Five Element Theory, the direction east, the
spring season, the climatic wind, the color green, the emotion of anger, the taste
of sourness, the goatish odor, and the sound of shouting. Their point of entry is
the eyes. They control the sinews (muscles and joints), and their health is
reflected in the finger and toe nails. The main function of the gall bladder is to
store and excrete the bile produced by the liver. Together with the heart, the gall
bladder is responsible for decision-making.
The main disease related to the gall bladder is a disorder affecting the flow
of bile, usually caused by Dampness and Heat. This is commonly manifested by
pain in the region of the liver, an oppressive sensation of fullness in the abdomen,
and yellowish eyes, skin, urine, and tongue.
10. The Liver
The liver (Yin) and the gall bladder (Yang) are considered paired organ
system and have similar attributes. The main task of the liver is spreading and
regulating Qi throughout the body. Depression or frustration can disturb the
functioning of the liver. Additionally, the liver is also responsible for storing
blood when the body is at rest. This characteristic, and its control over the lower
abdomen, makes it the most critical organ in women's menstrual cycles and
sexuality.
Depression or chronic frustration can stern the liver's spreading function
and result in continuing depression, a bad temper, and a swollen feeling in the
chest and sides. If the condition gets worse, it can cause disharmony between the
liver and the stomach and/or spleen. This disorder is symbolized by the
"rebellion" ofQi in the organs, where Qi flows in the wrong direction. As an
example, the stomach Qi normally descends, so rebellious Qi means hiccoughing,
vomiting, etc. In the case of the spleen, the Qi ordinarily moves upward, so
rebellious Qi in this organ means diarrhea.
One of the more important responsibilities of the liver is the storage of
blood with intended emphasis upon nourishing and moistening. Whenever liver
blood is deficient, the liver will not be able to handle the function of moistening.
This often manifests as dry and painful eyes with blurred or weak vision, lack of
suppleness or pain in moving the joints, dry skin, dizziness, and infrequent or
spotty menstruation. If the Deficient Liver Yin has become serious, the conditions
'Rising Liver Fire' or 'Hyper Liver Yang Ascending' occur. These occurrences
are demonstrated in ill-temper, restlessness, headache, vertigo, red face and eyes,
and a parched mouth.
11.
The Lung
The lungs (Yin) and the large intestine (Yang) are paired organs. These
organ systems belong to Metal in the Five Element Theory, the westerly direction,
the season of autumn, the dry climatic condition, the color white, the pungent
taste, the rank odor, the emotion of sadness, and the sound of weeping. Its
opening is in the nose, and it governs the condition of skin and hair. The lungs
access the outside world through your nose. They are responsible for taking Qi
from the air, and for the energy (Qi) state of the body. The lungs are sensitive to
emotional changes, especially when you are sad or angry. They also control that
part of the liquid metabolism which distributes liquid to the skin.
Breathing is one way that Qi moves to the extremities such as skin and
hair. Ifbreathing is regulated properly, a person is able to strengthen his or her
body's Guardian Qi and generate an expansive Qi shield to protect their body. The
person is also able to raise or lower the Qi state through breathing. As an example
when you are angry, deep breathing can be used to calm your excited Qi state.
The lungs are usually the first organ system to be attacked by exogenous
diseases and, they are sometimes called the Delicate Organ. These diseases can
also cause the Non-Spreading of the Lung Qi. The main symptom of a problem
with the lungs is coughing, which is a form of Rebellious Qi (since the lung Qi
normally flows downward). If the coughing is also accompanied by lassitude,
shortness of breath, light foamy phlegm, and weakness in the voice, it is called
Deficient Lung Qi. If, however, the cough is a dry one, with little phlegm, a
parched throat and mouth, and Deficient Yin symptoms (such as night sweating,
low grade fever, red cheeks, etc.), the condition is referred as Deficient Lung Yin.
12.
The Large Intestine
The lungs (Yin) and the large intestine (Yang) are paired organs. Like the
lung it belongs to Metal in the Five Element Theory, and has similar properties.
The main function of the large intestine is the metabolizing of water and the
passing of water. It extracts water from the waste material received from the small
intestine, sends it on to the urinary bladder, and excretes the solid material as
feces. Many disorders affecting this organ are categorized as spleen and stomach
patterns. Some abdominal disorders are considered manifestations of Qi blockage
or blood in the large intestine.
1. What is Zang/Fu Theory?
2. Can you name the paired systems and their correspondence to the appropriate
phase?
3. What main functions of each organ system?
4. What is the difference between an organ according to west medical theory and an
organ system in eastern medical theory?
Lung Meridian
Phase: Metal
Type: Yin
Acupoints: 11 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 3AM-SAM
Paired: Large Intestine
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Large Intestine Meridian
Phase: Metal
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 20 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 5AM-7AM
Paired: Lung
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Stomach Meridian
Phase: Earth
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 45 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 7AM-9AM
Paired: Spleen
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Spleen Meridian
Phase: Earth
Type: Yin
Acupoints: 21 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 9AM-11AM
Paired: Stomach
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Heart Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: YmAcupoints: 9 (bilateral)
Qi flow: llAM-lPM
Paired: Small Intestine
Symbol
HT 1
HT 2
HT 3
HT4
HT 5
HT6
HT7
HT 8
HT 9
Chinese
Ii Quan
Qing Ling
ShaoHai
LingDao
TongLi
YiXi
ShenMen
ShaoFu
Shao CHong
Korean
Kuk Ch'on
Ch' ong Nyong
So Hae
YongDo
TongNi
UmGuk
ShinMun
SoBu
So Ch'ong
Small Intestine Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 19 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 1PM -3 PM
Paired: Heart
Symbol
SII
SI2
SI3
SI4
SI5
SI6
SI 7
SI8
SI 9
SIlO
SIll
SI 12
SIB
SI14
SI 15
SI16
SI 17
SI 18
SI 19
Chinese
Shao Ze
Qian GU
HouXI
WanGu
YangGu
Yang Lao
Zhi Zheng
XiaoHai
Jian Zhen
Nao Shu
Tian Zong
Bing Feng
Qu Yuan
Jian Wai Shu
Jian Zhong Shu
Tian Chuang
Tian Rong
Quan Liao
Ting Gong
Korean
So T'aek
ChonGok
HuGye
WanGoi
Yang Gok
Yang No
Chi Jong
So Hai
Kon Jin
NoYu
Chon Jong
P;yongPung
KokWon
Kon WaeYu
Kon JungYu
Chon Chang
Chon Yong
Kuai Lyo
Chong Gong
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Bladder or Urinarv Bladder Meridian
Phase: Water
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 67 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 3PM-5PM
Paired: Kidney
*Note UB or BL may be seen as
the Symbol for this Meridian. You May
See Alternate Symbol Points in the areas of
35 through 50. Below are the most common
Symbol Points.
Symbol Chinese
Korean
DB 1 Jing Ming
Ch' ong Myong
DB 2 Zan Zhu
Cham Juk
DB 3 Mei Chong
Mi Ch' ong
DB 4 Qu Chai
Kok Ch'a
DB 5 Wu Chu
0 Ch'o
DB 6 Cheng Guang
Sung Gwangg
DB 7 Tong Tian
Tong Ch'on
DB 8 Luo Que
Nak Kak
DB 9 Yu Zhen
Ok Chim
DB 10 Tian Zhu
Chon Chu
UB 11 Da Zhu
Tae Jo
DB 12 FengMen
PungMun
DB 13 Fei Shu
P'ye Yu
DB 14 Ju Yin Shu
Kwoi Urn Yu
DB 15 Xin Shu
Shim Yu
VB 16 Du Shu
Tok Yu
DB 17 Ge Shu
Kyok Yu
DB 18 Gan Shu
Kan Yu
DB 19 Dan Shu
Tam Yu
DB 20 Pi Shu
Pi Yu
DB 21 Wei Shu
Wi Yu
DB 22 San Jiao Shu
Sam Jo Yu
DB 23 Shen Shu
Shin Yu
DB 24 Qi Hai Shu
Ki Hae Yu
DB 25 Da Chang Shu Tae Jang Yu
DB 26 Guan Yuan Shu Kwan Won Yu
DB 27 Xiao Chang Shu So Jang Yu
DB 28 Pang Guang Shu Bang Gwang Yu
DB 29 Zhong Lu Shu Chung Nyo Yu
DB 30 Bai Huan Shu Paek Hwan Yu
DB 31 Shang Liao
Sang Nyo
DB 32 Ciao Liao
Ch'aRyo
DB 33 Zhong Liao
Chung Ryo
DB 34 Xia Liao
Hy Ryo
DB 35 Hui Yang
Ho Yang
DB 36 Cheng fu
Sung Bu
DB 37 Yin Men
Un Mun
DB 38 Fu Xi
Pu Guk
DB 40 Wei Zhong
Wu Jung
DB 41 Fu Fen
Pu Bun
DB 42 Po Hu
Pak Ho
DB 43 Gao Huang Shu Ko Hawang Yu
DB 44 Shen Tang
Shin Dang
Bladder or Urinary Bladder Meridian
Continued
VB45 YiXi
VB46 GuGuan
VB 47 HunMen
VB 48 Yang Gang
VB 49 Yi She
VB 50 Wei Cang
VB 51 Huang Men
VB 52 Zhi Shi
VB 53 Bao Huang
VB 54 Zhi Bian
VB 55 HeYang
VB 56 Cheng Jin
VB 57 Cheng Shan
VB 58 Fei Yang
VB 59 Fu Yang
VB60 KunLun
VB 61 PuCan
VB 62 Shen Mai
VB 63 JinMen
VB 64 ling Gu
VB65 ShuGu
VB 66 TongGu
VB 67 Zhi Yin
Hui Hui
KyokKwan
HonMun
Yang Gang
Ui Sa
Wi Ch'ang
HwangMun
Chi Shil
Po Hwang
ChilByon
Hap Yang
Sung Gun
Sung San
Pi Yang
Pu Yang
Koi Lyun
PokCh'am
ShnMaek
KumMen
Kyong Got
SokKol
TongGok
Chi Urn
Kidney Meridian
Phase: Water
Type: Yin
Acupoints: 27 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 5PM-7PM
Paired: Urinary Bladder/Bladder Meridian
*Note KI or KD may be seen as
the Symbol for this Meridian.
Symbol Chinese
Korean
KD 1
KD 2
KD 3
KD 4
KD 5
KD 6
KD 7
KD 8
KD 9
KD 10
KD 11
KD 12
KD 13
KD 14
KD 15
KD 16
KD 17
KD 18
KD 19
KD 20
KD21
KD 22
KD 23
KD 24
KD 25
KD 26
KD27
Yong Quan
Ran Gu
Tai Xi
Da Zhong
Shui Quan
Zhao Hai
Fi Liu
Jiao Xin
ZhuBin
Yin Gu
Hen Gu
Da He
Qu Xue
Si Man
Zhong Zhu
Huang Shu
Shang Qu
Shi Guan
YinDu
Tong Gu
YouMen
Bu Lang
Shen Feng
Ling Xu
Shen Cang
Yu Zhong
ShFu
Yong Ch' on
Yon Gok
T'ae Gye
Tae Jong
Su Ch' on
Cho Rae
Pong Nyu
Kyo Shin
Ch'ukPin
Urn Gok
Hoeng Goi
Tae Hyok
Ky Hoyi
Sa Man
Chung Ju
Hwang Yu
Sang Gok
Sok Kwan
Urn Do
Tong Gok
YuMun
Po Rang
Shin Bong
Yong Ho
Shing J
Uk Jung
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Pericardium Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: Yin
Acupoints: 9 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 7PM to 9PM
Paired: San Jiao (Triple Warmer)
Symbol Chinese
Korean
PC 1
PC 2
PC3
PC 4
PC 5
PC 6
PC 7
PC 8
PC 9
Ch' on Ii
Ch' on Yon
KokT'aek
Kung Mun
Kan Sa
Ne Gwan
Tae Ryong
No Gong
Chung Ch'ong
Tian Chi
Tian Quan
QuZe
Xi Men
Jian Shi
Nei Guan
Da Ling
Lao Gong
Zhong Chong
Triple Warmertrriple Heater ISan Jiao Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 23 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 9PM to IlPM
Paired: Pericardium
*Note: TW or SJ may be seen
as a Symbol for this Meridian.
Symbol Chinese
Korean
SJ 1
SJ 2
SJ 3
SJ 4
SJ 5
SJ 6
SJ 7
SJ 8
SJ 9
SJ 10
SJ 11
SJ 12
SJ 13
SJ 14
SJ 15
SJ 16
SJ 17
SJ 18
S1l9
SJ 20
SJ 21
SJ 22
SJ 23
Kwan Ch'ong
Aeng Moo
Choog Jo
Yang Ji
Wae Gwan
Chi Gu
Hoe Jong
Sam Yang Nak
Sa Dok
Chon Jong
Chong NaengYon
So Rak
Noe Hoe
Koi Lyo
Ch oi Lyo
Chon Yu
Ye Pung
Kye Maek
No Shik
Kak Son
I Moo
Hwa Ryo
Shi Juk Ko '
Guan Chong
Ye Men
Zhong Zhu
Yang Chi
Wai Guan
Zhi Gou
Hu Zong
San Yang Luo
Si Du
Tian Jing
QingLengYuan
Xiao Luo
Nao Hui
Jian Liao
Tian Liao
Tian You
Yi Feng
Chi Mai
Lu Xi
Jiao Soo
Er Men
He Liao
Si Zhu Kong
Gallbladder
Phase: Wood
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 44 (bilateral)
Qi flow: llPM to lAM
Paired: Liver
Symbol
GB 1
GB 2
GB 3
GB 4
GB 5
GB 6
GB 7
GB 8
GB 9
GB 10
GB 11
GB 12
GB 13
GB 14
GB 15
GB 16
GB 17
GB 18
GB 19
GB 20
GB 21
GB 22
GB 23
GB 24
GB 25
GB 26
GB 27
GB 28
GB 29
GB 30
GB 31
GB 32
GB 33
GB 34
GB 35
GB 36
GB 37
GB 38
GB 39
GB 40
GB 41
GB 42
GB 43
GB 44
Chinese
Korean
Tong Zi Liao
Tong Ja Ryo
Ting Hui
Chong Hoe
Shang Guan
Sang Gwan
Han Yan
Ham Yon
Xuan Lu
Hyoi Lo
Xuan Li
Hyoi Lye
Qu Bin
Kok Pin
Shuai Gu
Soe Gol
Tian Chong
Chon Chong
Fu Bia
Pu Baek
Tou Qiao Yin
Tu Gyu Urn
Wan Gu
Wan Gol
Ben Shen
Pon Shin
Yang Bia
Yang Baek
Tou Lin Qi
Tu Rim Up
Mu Chuang
Mok Ch'ang
Zheng Ying
Chong Young
Cheng Ling
Sung Nyong
Nao Kong
noe Gong
Feng Chi
p'ung Ji
Jina Jing
Kon Jong
Yuan Ye
Yon Aek
Zhe Jin
Chop Kun
Ri Yue
11Woi
Jing Men
Kyong Mun
Dia Mai
Tae Maek
Wu Shu
a Ch'u
Wei Dao
Yu Do
Ju Liao
Ko Ryo
Huan Tiao
Hwan Jo
Feng Shi
Pung Shi
Zhong Du
Chung Dok
Xl Yang Guan ChiL Yang Gwan
Yang Ling Quang Yang Nyong Ch' on
Yang Jio
Yang Gyo
Wai Qiu
Wae Gu
GuangMing
KeangMyong
YangFu
YangBu
Xuan Zhong
Hyon Jong
Qiu Xu
Ku Ho
Zu Lin Qi
Chong Nim Up
Di Wu Hui
Chi a Hoe
Jia Xi
Hyop Kye
Zu Qiao Yin
Chok Kyu Urn
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Liver Meridian
Phase: Wood
Type: Yin
Acupoints: l4(bilateral)
Qi flow: lAM to 3AM
Paired: Gallbladder
Symbol Chinese
Korean
LV 1
LV 2
LV 3
LV 4
LV 5
LV 6
LV7
LV8
LV9
LV 10
LV 11
LV 12
LV 13
LV 14
TaeDon
HaengGan
Tae Ch'ong
ChlUlgBong
YoGu
ChlUlgDo
Chil Gwan
Kok Ch'on
Urn Po
ORi
Urn Nyorn
KurnMaek
ChangMlUl
Ki MlUl
DaDlUl
Xing Jian
Tai Chong
Zhong Feng
Li Gou
ZhongDu
Xi Guan
QuQuan
YinBao
Zu WuLi
YinLian
Ji Mai
Zhang Men
QiMen
Bladder or Urinary Bladder Meridian
Continued
00 45 YiXi
0046 GuGuan
00 47 HunMen
00 48 Yang Gang
00 49 Yi She
00 50 Wei Cang
00 51 Huang Men
00 52 Zhi Shi
00 53 Bao Huang
00 54 Zhi Bian
00 55 He Yang
00 56 Cheng Jin
00 57 Cheng Shan
00 58 Fei Yang
00 59 Fu Yang
0060 KunLun
00 61 PuCan
00 62 Shen Mai
00 63 JinMen
00 64 Jing Gu
00 65 ShuGu
00 66 TongGu
00 67 Zhi Yin
HuiHui
KyokKwan
HonMun
Yang Gang
Ui Sa
Wi Ch'ang
HwangMun
Chi Shil
Po Hwang
ChilByon
Hap Yang
Sung Gun
Sung San
Pi Yang
Pu Yang
KoiLyun
PokCh'am
ShnMaek
KumMen
KyongGot
SokKol
TongGok
Chi Urn
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Kidney Meridian
Phase: Water
Type: Yin
Acupoints: 27 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 5PM- 7PM
Paired: Urinary BladderlBladder Meridian
*Note KI or KD may be seen as
the Symbol for this Meridian.
Symbol Chinese
Korean
KD 1
KD 2
KD 3
KD 4
KD 5
KD 6
KD 7
KD 8
KD 9
KD 10
KD 11
KD 12
KD 13
KD 14
KD 15
KD 16
KD 17
KD 18
KD 19
KD 20
KD21
KD 22
KD 23
KD 24
KD 25
KD 26
KD27
Yong Ch' on
Yon Gok
T'ae Gye
Tae Jong
Su Ch'on
Cho Hae
Pong Nyu
Kyo Shin
Ch'uk Pin
Urn Gok
Hoeng Goi
Tae Hyok
Ky Hoyi
Sa Man
Chung Ju
Hwang Yu
Sang Gok
Sok Kwan
Urn Do
Tong Gok
YuMun
Po Rang
Shin Bong
Yong Ho
Shing J
Uk Jung
YuBu
Yong Quan
Ran Gu
Tai Xi
Da Zhong
Shui Quan
Zhao Hai
Fi Liu
Jiao Xin
Zhu Bin
Yin Gu
Hen Gu
Da He
Qu Xue
SiMan
Zhong Zhu
Huang Shu
Shang Qu
Shi Guan
YinDu
Tong Gu
You Men
Bu Lang
Shen Feng
Ling Xu
Shen Cang
Yu Zhong
ShFu
Triple Warmerffriple Heater tSan Jiao Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 23 (bilateral)
Qi flow: 9PM to IlPM
Paired: Pericardium
*Note: TW or SJ may be seen
as a Symbol for this Meridian.
Symbol Chinese
Korean
SJ 1
Guan Chong
Kwan Ch'ong
SJ 2
Ye Men
Aeng Mun
SJ 3
Zhong Zhu
Chung Jo
SJ 4
Yang Chi
Yang Ji
SJ 5
Wai Guan
Wae Gwan
SJ 6
Zhi Gou
Chi Gu
SJ 7
Hu Zong
Hoe Jong
SJ 8
San Yang Luo Sam Yang Nak
SJ 9
Si Du
Sa Dok
SJ 10 Tian Jing
Chon Jong
SJ 11 QingLengYuan Chong NaengYon
SJ 12 Xiao Luo
So Rak
SJ 13 Nao Hui
Noe Hoe
SJ 14 Jian Liao
Koi Lyo
SJ 15 Tian Liao
Ch oi Lyo
SJ 16 Tian You
Chon Yu
SJ 17 Yi Feng
Ye Pung
SJ 18 Chi Mai
Kye Maek
SJ 19 Lu Xi
No Shik
SJ 20 Jiao Sun
Kak Son
SJ 21 Er Men
I Mun
SJ 22 He Liao
Hwa Ryo
SJ 23 Si Zhu Kong
Shi Juk Ko
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Small Intestine Meridian
Phase: Fire
Type: Yang
Acupoints: 19 (bilateral)
Qi flow: IPM -3 PM
Paired: Heart
Symbol
S11
S12
S13
S14
S15
S16
S17
S18
S19
SIlO
SIll
S112
SI13
S114
S115
S116
S117
S118
S119
Chinese
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WanGu
YangGu
Yang Lao
ZhiZheng
Xiao Hai
Han Zhen
Nao Shu
TianZong
Bing Feng
QuYuan
Han Wai Shu
Jian Zhong Shu
TianChuang
TianRong
QuanLiao
TingGong
Korean
So T'aek
Chon Gok
RuGye
WanGoi
YangGok
Yang No
Chi Jong
So Rai
KonJin
NoYu
Chon Jong
P;yongPung
KokWon
Kon WaeYu
KonJungYu
Chon Chang
Chon Yong
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