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MERIDIANS : A PRACTICAL
APPROACH
Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam, MD (Acu), Ph.D.

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Book Name : 8*Extraordinary Meridians

A Practical Approach
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FOREWORD
A person who loves the human society, will always

be interested that human society should enjoy
Disease & Stress free life. To achieve this, they
will work hard throughout their life time with more
involvement for development and also motivate
everybody for focusing in this social goal.
Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam is one of the gentlemen
who loves the human society and for its welfare. Even after retirement
from State Bank of India as Chief Manager, he is motivating everybody
with an aim to serve the society to achieve drugless world and disease
free life. He is interested in Acupuncture, the drugless therapy and did
Ph.D. in Acupuncture. In this age his service to the society as a doctor
in acupuncture is very much appreciable. By his research studies and
practical experience he has written this book, Extraordinary Meridian
A Practical Approach, both in English and in Tamil. In this book he has
explained, instead of using so many acupuncture points for treatment,
he has suggested by using limited points by this extraordinary meridian
treatment, we can cure all diseases. Really this book is Treasure and
Gift to Acupuncture Doctors and Students studying Acupuncture.
I pray the almighty and wish him to get success in all his activities
in this field, and to write more books by his research studies, for the
society to enjoy disease free life.
Dr. R. M. Shajahan. B.D.S.

FOREWORD
Drugless Therapy is essential to the Human Society

to enjoy disease free life. The only drugless therapy
is Acupuncture. Our Forefathers have already told
this treatment is natural treatment and blessed by
God. By this treatment, patients get relief from all
disease without any side affect and can maintain
good health.
By his sincere effort and research studies in acupuncture,
Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam has proved his efficiency and identified
himself as one of the efficient doctor in acupuncture. His ambition is to
popularise the drugless therapy and human society should enjoy disease
free life. In ATAMA his activities is very much appreciable.
Many books are available about Acupuncture treatment. But
this book “Extraordinary Meridian A Practical Approach” is entirely
different, and I can proudly say this book is a gift to Acupuncture
Doctors and Acupuncture students. He has explained in detail with
limited points how we can cure all the disease by this extraordinary
meridian treatment. This is the first book dealing about this treatment.
No doubt this is the best guide to students studying acupuncture and
Acupuncture Doctors for effective treatment.
I pray the almighty and wish him all success in his activities, and
to write more books for the welfare of the society, to achieve drugless
world. I am very much proud to say that Dr. P. Sivagnanam is my
student. I wish him all the best.
Prof. Dr. S.Khathija Nachiar. M.D., (Acu), Ph.D.
PREFAcE
I am very much delighted to write this book with my experience in

acupuncture and research studies. In Chinese medicine, it is believed
that many diseases and ailments are caused by blockages within the
invisible meridians which circulate "chi" or life force around our body.
In any disease or pain, there is always a key point to it. Once the key
point is unlocked the channels and organs will function properly and
the healing energy can once again flow freely. The Eight Extraordinary
Meridians / “Qi” Vessels and the Twelve Primary Meridians /”Qi”
Channels comprise the main part of the channel system.
In this book concerns itself with functions, indications and
techniques related to the practical and theoretical understanding
and use of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians for effective treatment
to cure the disease immediately.
These meridian’s deep and superficial pathways, are discussed
individually, in connection with their function and use. Further I have
noted , how these meridians are mapping with endocrine ( Pituitary,
adrenal cortex, medulla, thyroid, ovaries and testes) functions and
psychiatric indications. The specific and general rules of usage of
these meridians are covered in detail.
During acupuncture treatment, satisfactory results can be
obtained only, when the four steps of Diagnosis, Point selection,
Correct point location, and necessary Needle insertion come together
properly. Here all the steps have been mentioned for the important
effective acupuncture Points. The main object is through this
Extraordinary meridian treatment , all our Acupuncture Doctors
will see all the patients are getting excellent, quick and permanent
relief from the disease.
I express my deep sense of gratitude to Dr. Sabir Abdullah.
MD.,(Acu), President ATAMA, and also my gratitude to my guide and
teacher Prof. Dr. S. Kathija Nachiar. MD. (Acu), Ph.D. for their able
guidance to write this book within short period of time.
I dedicate this book to my beloved Dr. D. Vadivel Mugundhan.
MA. Ph.D. Chairman, St. John Ambulance, Tamilnadu State, for
his support and encouragement to write this book.
Our aim is to achieve Drugless World before the year 2030, as
per our beloved leader Prof. Dr. Abdulla Sehu’s aim and dream. With
your sincere effort we will achieve it.
Best wishes by.
Prof. Dr. P.Sivagnanam. MD (Acu), Ph.D.
CONTENTS
S. No Name of the Topic Page No.

1. Introduction 7
2. History of 8 Extraordinary Meridian 7
3. Details of General Meridians 8
4. Difference of General
Extraordinary Meridians
Meridians & 25
5. Important Names of 8 Extra- Meridians 25

6. Main Physiological Functions 26
7. General Identity of 8 Extra Meridians 26
8. Speciality of 8 Extra Meridians 27
9. Procedure to be adopted 28
10. Qigong 30
11. Important functions 30
12. Details of 8 Extraordinary Meridians 32
13. How to Activate the Acu Points During
Treatment 33
14. Microcosmic Orbit 34

15. Du Mai Meridian 36
16. Ren Mai Meridian 41
17. Chong Mai Meridian 46
18. Dai Mai Meridian 50
19. Yang Chiao Mai Meridian 54
20. Yin Chiao Mai Meridian 61
21. Yang Wei Mai Meridian 66
22. Yin Wei Mai Meridian 74
23. Important Functions of Pathway Points 79
24. Summary 100
EXTRAORDINARY MERIDIANS - INTRODUcTION
During normal health , the life energy flows through the
human body continuously without any interruption. This is
vital motivating force, which burns like a fuel all through in
every human life cycle. This is called “Qi” or “ CHI” or vital
energy. The Eight Extraordinary Meridians / “Qi” Vessels and
the Twelve Primary Meridians /”Qi” Channels comprise the
main part of the channel system. Most of the Eight Vessels
branch out from the Twelve Primary Meridians and share the
function of circulating “Qi” throughout body. These vessels
form a web of complex interconnections with the channels.
At the same time, each has its own functional characteristics
and clinic utility independent of the channels. In this book
concerns itself with functions, indications and techniques
related to the practical and theoretical understanding and
use of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians. These meridian’s
deep and superficial pathways, are discussed individually, in
connection with their function and use. Further we discuss
how these meridians are mapping with endocrine (Pituitary,
adrenal cortex, medulla, thyroid, ovaries and testes)
functions and psychiatric indications. In depth we will go
through functions of these Meridians in terms of the overall
body energy, and specifically, their indications in particular
disease states. The specific and general rules of usage of these
meridians are covered in detail. The main object is through
this extraordinary meridian treatment, all our Acupuncture
Doctors will see all the patients are getting excellent, quick
and permanent relief from the disease.
HISTORY OF EXTRAORDINARY MERIDIANS

The Eight vessels are known prior to the Ming Period. It
is found in the second part of the Nei Jing chapter of the book
Huang Di Nei Jing Su Wen (The Yellow Emperor’s Classic,)
(Han dynasty, circa 100-300 B.C.) by Ling Shu. But some of
the vessels were mentioned in Bian Que’s classic Nan Jing
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(Classic on Disorders,) (Qin and Han dynasty, 221 B.C. to
220 A.D.). In 1572 Li, Shi-Zhen published a book Qi Jing
Ba Mai Chao and in this book all the Eight Extraordinary
Meridians are described. Until the present time relatively little
may be found in the literature about these special meridians.
It was the work of European Doctors of Oriental medicine
that has brought them into their present more extensive use.
Although they were discovered 2000 years ago, little has
been written about them. At present a lot of research is being
conducted, particularly in the country like Japan, Europe.
Since references from original Chinese sources are very
scarce, and references from Western textbooks are tentative,
esoteric or in disagreement with one another and I have used
my own judgment in selecting details and ideas.
Twelve Primary Meridians & 2 Extra

Meridians (Vessels)
The Meridian Set consists of 14 tuning forks designed to
be used with the 12 major (plus 2 Extra Vessel, DU and REN)
Acupuncture Meridians (qi pathways) and their respective
Acupoints (qi points). They can also be used on the reflex
zones of the feet and hands. The frequencies range from very
low to very high. The forks are listed below.
Meridians Points Meridians Points
Lung 11 Kidney 27
Large Intestine 20 Pericardium 9
Stomach 45 Triple Heater/Warmer 23
Spleen 21 Gall Bladder 44
Heart 9 Liver 14
Small Intestine 19 Central Vessel (REN) 24
Urinary Bladder 67 Governing Vessel (DU) 28
Qi (pronounced “chi”) is the life force energy that
circulates throughout the body via pathways called
Meridians. The qi in a given meridian is strongest during a
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specific two-hour interval of the twenty-four hour day. The
way qi travels in this cycle through the meridians is referred
to as the “Meridian clock.” When this flow is balanced and
harmonious, we experience physical and emotional wellbeing.
When the flow is blocked, erratic or depleted, we experience
physical or emotional disease. Qigong, acupuncture,
acupressure, and the Meridian tuning forks are tools which
help us to maintain a healthy flow of qi through the meridian
system.
Here will briefly review the twelve primary Meridians
and 2 Extra vessels i.e, Qi channels along with the Eight
extraordinary meridians. You should also know the organ’s Yin
and Yang. In our body, there are six Yang organs and six Yin
organs. Each Yang organ is associated with and harmonized
by a Yin organ. Paired Yin and Yang organs belong to the
same phase in the Five Phases. Their channels are sequential
to each other in the circulation of Qi, their functions are
closely related, and disease in one usually affects the other.
In Chinese medicine, the channel corresponding to the Yang
organ is often used to treat disorders of its related Yin organ.
In the limbs, the Yang channels are on the external side of
the limbs while the Yin channels are on the internal side.

Generally speaking, the outsides of the limbs are more Yang
and are more resistant and prepared for an attack, while the
internal sides are more Yin and weaker.
The organs are further subdivided in order to distinguish
the different levels of the Yin/Yang characteristics. The Yang
organs are divided into
- Greater Yang (Taiyang)
- Lesser Yang (Shaoyang)
- Yang Brightness (Yangming)
The Yin organs are divided into
- Greater Yin (Taiyin),
- Lesser Yin (Shaoyin),
- Absolute Yin (Jueyin).
In the following discussion, all of the classifications will
be shown in the title, for example: the Lung Channel of Hand
Greater Yin. Along each meridian are ‘points’ which have very
specific functions.

Lung Meridian
Location & Areas covered.
This meridian originates its superficial course in the
upper part of the chest. It runs distally on the anterior and
lateral aspect of the upper arm and forearm to reach the wrist,
where it lies lateral to the radial pulse. Then it runs near the
lateral border of the palm to end near the lateral edge of the
base of the nail of the thumb.
Disease treated:
This meridian is a Yin Meridian and has Luo connection
with the Large Intestine meridian. This meridian is used
mainly to treat the respiratory disorders and diseases along
the path of the meridian. It is also used in skin disorders.
Lung Meridian Points – 11 Polarity – YIN

Related channel – Large Intestine (LI)
Element – Metal Maximum Energy Flow : 3am-5am.

Large Intestine Meridian
Location & Areas covered
This channel originates its superficial course near the
lateral edge of the base of the nail of the forefinger. It travels
up to the opposite side of the face, along the posterior and
lateral aspect of the arm and the side of the neck, to end
lateral to the nostril of the opposite side. The channels of the
two sides cross each other on the upper lip.
Disease treated:
This is Yang meridian and has Luo connection with Lung
meridian. This meridian is mainly used to treat the disorders
of the Large intestine, painful conditions along the path of the
meridian and disorders of the lung and skin. Lung and Large
intestine meridians are called as slime organs. Main functions
of both of them are elimination. This meridian is useful where
homeostasis and immune enhancement is required in the body.
Large Intestine Meridian Points– 20 Polarity – YANG

Element – Metal
Related Channel – Lung channel.(LU)
Maximum energy Flow: Morning 5am-7am

Stomach Meridian
It originates its superficial course below the eye and
makes a U turn outwards on the face. It then continues
from the lowest point of the “U” downwards, 4 cun lateral to
the midline along the nipple line. In the abdomen, it travels
downwards 2cun lateral to the midline. Then it runs along
the anterior aspect of the lower limb, to end at the base of the
nail of the 2nd toe.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is mainly used to treat the diseases occuring
along its pathway. On the face it is used to treat the diseasess
in the face, eye, tooth ailments, headache, migraine and
trigeminal neuralgia. On the chest it is used for chest disorders
and disorders of mammary gland. Over the abdomen it is used
for epigastric pain, gastro-intestinal disorders, and genito-
urinary disorders. Points over the thigh threat local ailments.
Points distal to knee joint and over the dorsum of the foot, are
important points. They treat the proximal diseases. It is one of
the largest meridians in the body.
Stomach Meridian Points - 45

Polarity – YANG. Element – Earth
Related Channel - Spleen Channel (SP).
Maximum Energy Flow : 7am-9am.

Spleen Meridian
The Spleen channel originates its superficial course on
the medial side of the big toe. It runs proximally up the medial
side of the leg and the front side of the abdomen to end on the
side of the chest in the mid-axillaries line.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is mainly used for the disorders
of the spleen, pancreas and stomach diseases of the
reticuloendothelial system, genitor-urinary disorders, allergic
disorders and skin diseases, diseases of the mouth, tongue
and connective tissue. Spleen meridian maintains the tone of
the ligaments especially in the pelvic region. Therefore points
on this meridian are used bilaterally for uterine prolapsed
and electrical stimulation is given.
Spleen Meridian Points – 21. Polarity - YIN. Element - Earth

Related Channel - Stomach Channel (ST)
Maximum Energy Flow : 9am-11am.

Heart Meridian
The Heart channel originates its superficial course in the
centre to the axilla. It runs distally on the anterior and medial
aspect of the arm to end near the lateral edge of the base of
the nail of the little finger.
Diseases treated:
Heart meridian is mainly used for psychological and
emotional conditions e.g. palpations, cardiac psychosis, and
depression insomnia.
This meridian runs in the path of pain distribution of
coronary thrombosis. Heart and central nervous system are
developed from neuroectoderm and hence heart meridian
is used in psychogenic conditions. Heart is the centre of
intelligence and memory. Heart and Pericardium meridian
have got special affinity for speech organs and speech sense.
Heart Meridian Points – 9. Polarity – YIN.

Maximum Energy Flow - 11am-1pm
Related Channel - Small Intestine Channel (SI). Element- Fire

Small Intestine Meridian
The Small Intestine channel originates its superficial
course at the medial side of the base of the little finger. It
runs on the posterior and medial aspect of the arm-zig-zags
over the back of the shoulder, and runs over the side of the
neck to the side of the face to end in front of the ear.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is useful in disorders of the small intestine,
heart, eye and ear. It is also useful in psychogenic disorders,
neck rigidity and speech problems.
Small Intestine Meridian Points - 19. Polarity – YANG.

Element - Fire
Related Channel- Heart Channel (HT)
Maximum Energy Flow- 1pm-3pm

Urinary Bladder
The Urinary Bladder channel begins at the inner canthus
of the eye. Ascends to the forehead, and then over the scalp
and descends along the back of the head and neck where
it bifurcates. Both the branches run downwards parallel to
each other and parallel to midline (vertebral column), they
meet again in the popliteal fossa. From there the meridian
runs downwards along the back of the leg, curves round the
lateral mallelous and runs along the lateral aspect of the foot
to end on the lateral side of the small toe.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is longest meridian in the body. It covers
the entire length of the body and hence has many clinical
users. Points on the face to cure eye disorders, points on the
scalp for cervical spondylosis, trigeminal neuralgia, headache
dizziness, sinus trouble and migraine etc., Points along the
vertebral column are very useful. There are twelve points
which serve as associated alarm points for different organs.
Points in the sacral region are useful in backache and
urogenital diseases, points on the leg are pain and paralysis
of lower limb. Points below the knee are used as distal points
for the proximal disease.
Urinary Bladder Meridian Points - 67.

Polarity – YANG. Element - Water
Related Channel - Kidney Channel (K).
Maximum Energy Flow:- 3pm-5pm

Kidney Meridian
Location & Areas covered
The Kidney channel originates from the sole of the foot,
It turns to the medial side of the ankle where it makes a loop,
thereafter it ascends along the medial side of the leg, passes
along the medial side of the popliteal fossa, and travelling up
the postero-medial aspect of the thigh, reaches the front of
the abdomen close to the midline to end in the upper part of
the chest.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is mainly used to treat the hearing problems,
bony disorders, sexual disorders of the physiological organ,
alopecia, throat, head hair, teeth, and bones.
Kidney Meridian Points- 27. Plarity – YIN.

Maximum Energy Flow: 5pm-7pm
Related Channel- Urinary Bladder Meridian (UB).
Element-: Water

Pericardium Meridian
The Pericardium channel originates 1 cun lateral to the
nipple, it runs along the front of the upper limb between the
Lung Channel and the Heart Channel and ends at the tip of
the middle finger.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is mainly used for heart diseases, mental
disorders and abdominal disorders. This is supposed to be
psychological meridian like heart meridian and hence to be
used in many sex disorders, because mind plays important
role in it. This meridian also stones and distributes blood
and energy whether oxygenated or deoxygenated. Heart and
Pericardium meridian have got special affinity for speech
organs and speech sense.
Pericardium Meridian Points- 9. Polarity – YIN.

Maximum Energy Flow : 7pm-9pm
Related Channel : Triple Warmer (TW] . Element : Fire

Triple Warmer Meridian
The Triple Warmer channel commencing in the ring
finger, the channel runs proximally of the back of the upper
limb between the radius and the ulna, more or less parallel
to and between the Large Intestine and Small Intestine
Channels. From the tip of the shoulder it runs to the side
of the neck, circles around the root of the external ear and
terminates at the outer corner of the eyebrow.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is useful in cases of the ear and eye
diseases, painful back and shoulder and psychological
conditions. It regulates the body temperature.
Triple Warmer Meridian Points- 23. Polarity- YANG.

Element – Fire.
Related Channel- Pericardium Channel (P).
Maximum Energy Flow- 9pm-11pm.

Gall Bladder Meridian
The Gall Bladder channel runs from the head to foot
on the lateral aspect of the body. It commences at the outer
corner of eye and runs to the front of the ear. It then zig-
zags over the side of the head, and from the posstero-lateral
aspect of the neck it courses down the lateral aspect of the
trunk and the lower limb to end in the foot near the lateral
corner of the base of the 4th toe nail.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is a supreme judge of the body where
any abnormality in the body is reflected. At the end of each
meridian cycle extra energy is poured into this meridian. Any
disturbance in this meridian is reflected by the loss of physical
balance, resulting in vertigo, dizziness and loss of perception
as to the direction of space. As the meridian passes over the
scalp and then to the foot, it is used in disorders of various
organs and tissues. It is useful in liver and gall bladder
diseases, facial paralysis, neuralgias, sciatic pain, paralysis,
arthritis, headache, and stiffness of neck.
Gall Bladder Meridian

Points-44. Polarity – YANG.
Element- Wood.
Related Channel- Liver (Liv).
Maximum Energy Flow :
11pm-1am

Liver Meridian
The Liver channel originates at the big toe and runs over
the dorsum of the foot, along the medial aspect of the leg and
the medial side of the knee, then ascending further along the
medial aspect of the thigh it reaches the linguinal region, from
here it courses to the tip of the 11th rib and runs anteriorly
along the costal border to its last point between the 6th and
7th ribs on the nipple line.
Diseases treated:
This meridian is useful in various disorders. Points on
the trunk are for liver, spleen and gall bladder diseases.
Points on the leg and foot are for genitor urinary problems. It
also sends a branch to kidney and hence used to bring down
the blood pressure. It is used in eye and liver problems.
Liver Meridian Points- 14. Polarity- YIN.

Maximum Energy Flow- 1am-3am
Related Channel- Gall Bladder (GB).
Element- Wood.

DU – Meridian (Governing Vessel)
This DU meridian belongs to extra meridian. It is not
linked with any particular organ. It is a single meridian, Yang
in nature, running in the midline on the posterior surface of
the body. It governs all yang meridians.
It originates in the perineum, runs over the back up to
the vertex, then over the forehead and nose in the midline
and curves around the upper lip and ends at the junction of
the upper lip to the gum. It is not connected with any organ.
Diseases treated:
Word Du means govern. It governs all the Yang meridians
of the body. It is also called GV meridian or Governing Vessel.
As it runs over the whole body it is useful in various disorders.
Anorectal disorders, deaf mutism, immune disorders,
neurological disorders, oral disorders and pain relief of the
part of the body over which it runs.
The Governing Vessel Unites the Yang Qi of the Whole Body.

DU Meridian Points- 28 Polarity- YANG.
Related Channel- Ren Meridian.

Ren – Meridian ( conception Vessel)
Ren meridian is Yin meridian, known as Conception
vessel. It controls all yin meridians. It is not connected with
any organ. It originates in the perineum, runs in the midline
of the body anteriorly over the abdomen and chest and
front of the neck, and ends over the chin below the lower
lip. This meridian is the root of conception and controls the
nourishment of pregnancy.
Diseases treated:
This meridian has influence on the reproductive organs
and hence called as Conception vessel. It is useful in genito
urinary disorders, toothache, gastrointestinal, heart and
lung disorders, Bell’s palsy, trigeminal neuralgia, speech
disorders, excessive salivation.
The Conception Vessel unites the Yin Qi of the whole body.

Ren Meridian Points- 24. Polarity- YIN.
Related Channel- DU- Meridian

Regular Meridians & Extraordinary meridians
12 Regular Meridians Extraordinary meridians
All are associated with an No direct association with
internal organ any zangfu organ
Externally/internally related Externally/internally not
related.
All Meridians have own No points of their own except
points
DU/REN MAI
Distribution runs
both Runs from the lower and
upper parts of body except
upwards and downwards Chong and Dai mai.
Have distribution to both No distribution with the
upper and lower limbs. upper limbs.
Du, Ren, Chong and
All meridians are in pairs, Dai meridians are single
one on either side of the meridians. Yinqiao, Yinwei,
body. Yangqiao and Yangwei are
distributed in pairs.
Different Names of Eight Vessels/Meridians

1. Homeostatic Meridians:
These meridians serve the function of maintaining
homeostasis.
2. Extra Meridians.
This Meridians discovery is considerably later than the
twelve regular meridians, and they have been considered
as extra to these regular channels.
3. Odd Meridians.
The reason for this name is that some of them, such as
the Ren mai, the Du mai, and the Dai mai, are not paired.
These are single vessels.

4. Miraculous Meridians.
This name was applied to these meridians by the French
because they were observed to be able to create therapeutic
effects when all other techniques had failed.
5. The Eight Psychic Channels.
Each of these channels exerts a strong effect upon psychic
function. The command points of the Extra meridians are
among the most important psychological points in the body.
6. Special Meridians.
They are referred to as special for the same reason, that
they have more powerful effect as the regular channels so
it is known as Special Meridians.
7. Comprehensive Points.
The effect of the treatment is more comprehensive on the
body and mind than that of the twelve main meridians.
Main Physiological Functions

These meridians have three main physiological functions.
1. First, they are known as reservoirs of energy. (An analogy to
bodies of water is as follows: the twelve regular meridians
would be considered rivers and the eight extra meridians
would be considered lakes or seas with tidal flow).
2. Second, they store energy for the body, regulate, receive
and give excess energy, and retain energy as the body
needs it, in order to maintain homeostasis, both in health
and during illness.
3. Third, they drain and eliminate aggressive energy as part
of the homeostasis function.
General Identity of Extraordinary Meridians

The extraordinary meridians have no internal organs of
their own except Ren mai and Du mai. They have no points of

their own, except for the Ren mai and the Du mai. Each has a
Master point, with the exception of the Yang Qiao (BL-62) and
Yin Qiao (KI-6), but it is not the points of the Extra Meridians.
Except Du and Ren vessels, other Extra meridians are
getting points from the twelve regular meridians; only these
latter two include Luo or connecting points.
These Luo points are the principal links between the
other six extra meridians and the twelve main meridians.
• The Ren mai, Du mai and Chong mai have the same origin
in the abdomen, more specifically in the uterus.
• The Conception Vessel covers the front part of body.
• The Du mai covers the back part of the body.
• The Chong mai flows with the Kidney meridian both up
and down to Yongquan (KI-l).
• The Qiao mai are the yin and yang of the left and the right
sides of the body.
• The Wei mai are the yin and yang of the internal and
external parts of the body.
Special features of Extraordinary Meridians

The Extraordinary Meridians are used
• When treatment with the twelve regular meridians has failed.
• Because each of them is related to one or more particular
endocrine gland.
• Destroy aggressive energy that cannot be done by the use
of the twelve regular meridians.
• When there is a multiplicity of deficiencies all in the same
direction.
• When the pulses are balanced but the patient is still sick.
• If chronic diseases are affected, especially when the body
is extremely depleted of energy, where there are metabolic

disorders and severe psychic strain and where the patient
feels weaken by regular needling.
• If a particular regular meridian is in difficulty and
cannot get cure by the treatment of that meridian, then
the meridian can be treated with the extra meridian
which has as one of its points, a point on that troubled
meridian.
• Most particularly this is true if the extra meridian has
many points on it from the regular meridian.
Extraordinary Meridians Procedure to be

adopted
1. These vessels are always used in pairs. (Ex:- the master
point of the Ren mai is always used with a couple point,
the master point of the Yin Qiao.)
2. The master point of each of these meridians is a distal
point on the limbs. Only one master and one couple point
are used.
3. The master point is placed first on the side of the sex. For
a woman this is the right side and for a man it is the left
side. The couple point is placed on the opposite side.
4. The master and couple points in pairs are such that one
is in the hand and the other is in the foot, so that, as
explained, if a needle will be in the hand on one side of the
body, the other needle will be in the opposite foot.
5. The needles are inserted vertically. There is no
manipulation of the needle.
6. The master point is inserted first-several minutes are
allowed to pass before the couple point needle is inserted.
7. Needles are retained until the meridian, which is ascendant
on the Chinese clock, is felt strongly and positively on the
pulse. For example, if this is done at 11 a.m., the needles
would be retained at most until the Heart meridian pulse

was felt to be strong and of good quality relative to how
it was at the outset. The needles would then be removed
even if the other pulses were not as good.
8. One can use any other point on the extra meridian along
with master and couple points.
9. One may not use any other points on the body with the
exception of Yin Qiao when KI-18 and BL-l may be used
to stimulate the endocrine system.
10.The needles are generally left for a considerably longer
period of time than with the use of the regular meridian,
approximately one hour.
11.The couple point needle is to be removed first, several
minutes are allowed to pass and the master point needle
is then removed.
12. The extra meridian is best balanced by using its counterpart
for a period of approximately five minutes. For example,
if the Ren mai is used in a woman with LU- 7 on the right
and KI-6 on the left, at the end of this treatment it should
be balanced by using the Yin Qiao; that is, by putting the
needle first in KI-6 on the right and LU- 7 on the left for
five minutes. (All other rules are applicable here).
13. Time between treatments varies with the individual
meridians and the individual problem. It is not standard.
14. Moxa is contraindicated.
15. An extra meridian may be emptied of its excess of energy
by stimulating its master point.
16. If this stimulation of master point has not corrected the
general yin-yang equilibrium of the pulse, the couple
point is stimulated.
17. If this has still not given the desired result, the midline extra
meridian (Ren mai or Du mai) of the opposite sign is used.
18. This alternative rests on the fact that the excess energy of
the one sign flows into the midline extra meridian of the
opposite sign.

If there is a predominance of yang, a yang extra meridian
should be used, or if there is a predominance of yin, a yin
extra meridian should be used.
If the pulses show a predominance of yang and the
symptom index suggests a yin extra meridian, say Ren mai,
the opposite yang meridian should be used which, in this
case, would be Du mai.
THE EIGHT EXTRAORDINARY MERIDIANS

QIGONG
An Introduction to QIGONG
In translating from Chinese into English there is not a
single equivalence of one word into another. There are often
multiple interpretations. Qigong does not have a singular
exact meaning, not least because there is no equivalent or
comparison in the West.
• Qi’ means Energy, Vitality or Life.
• ‘Gong’ means Working With, Developing or Cultivating.
• So, Qigong can mean
1. Working with Energy,
2. Developing Vitality, or
3. Cultivating Life.
Important Functions of Extra vessels

The Eight Extraordinary Vessel (EEV) are called the “Qi Jing
Ba Mai:
QI means energy, odd, strange or mysterious
JING means meridian or channel
BA means eight
MAI means vessels
The eight extraordinary meridians (EEV) are pathways of
energy (qi) that run deep within our bodies. They supply the

12 regular meridians with qi and blood, supporting our DNA or
genetic heritage. They have no direct connections to the organ
systems and, with the exception of the pairing of Du Mai and
Ren Mai, they share points with the 12 regular meridians.
By utilizing the points on the hands and feet associated
with each meridian pairing contra laterally, the practitioner
duplicates the flow of energy called the microcosmic orbit
in Oriental medicine; this can be likened to a figure 8 or the
infinity symbol.
Serve as Qi Reservoirs. Because the eight vessels are
so different from each other, it is difficult to generalize their
characteristics and functions. However, Bian Que in his Nan
Jing specified one of the most common characteristics of
the eight vessels. He reported that the twelve organ-related
Qi channels constitute rivers, and the eight extraordinary
vessels constitute reservoirs. The reservoirs, especially the
Conception and Governing Vessels, absorb excess Qi from the
main channels, and then return it when they are deficient.
When the twelve primary channels are deficient in Qi,
the eight vessels will supply it. This store of Qi can easily
be tapped with acupuncture needles through those cavities,
which connect the eight vessels with the twelve channels.
The connection cavities behave like the gate of a reservoir,
which can be used to adjust the strength of the Qi flow in
the rivers and the level of Qi in the reservoir. Sometimes,
when it is necessary, the reservoir will release Qi by itself. For
example, when a person has had a shock, either physically
or mentally, the Qi in some of the main channels will be
deficient. This will cause particular organs to be stressed,
and Qi will accumulate rapidly around these organs. When
this happens, the reservoir must release Qi to increase the
deficient circulation and prevent further damage.
Among the eight vessels, the Thrusting Vessel, the
Governing Vessel, and the Conception Vessel play major roles
in guarding the abdomen, thorax, and the back.

The Thrusting Vessel and the Conception Vessel also
regulate the changes of the life cycles, which occur at 7-year
intervals for women and 8-year intervals for men.
1. One of the most important functions of the eight vessels
is to deliver Jing Qi (Essence Qi, which has been converted
from
2. Original Essence and sexual Essence) to the entire body,
including the skin and hair. They must also deliver Jing Qi to
the five ancestral organs: the brain and spinal cord, the liver
3.
and gall bladder system, the bone marrow, the uterus, and
the blood system.
4.
The Eight Extraordinary Vessels (EEV)
Governing Vessel (Du Mai)
5. Conception Vessel (Ren Mai)
Thrusting or Penetrating Vessel (Chong Mai)
6. Girdle (or Belt) Vessel (Dai Mai)
Yang Heel Vessel (Yang chiao Mai)
7. Yin Heel Vessel (Yin chiao Mai)
Yang Linking Vessel (Yang wei Mai)
8. Yin Linking Vessel (Yin wei Mai).
Of the eight extra meridians, only two (Ren Mai and
Du Mai) have acupoints of their own. All the EEV have a
master point and a coupled point, which are on one of the
other twelve main meridians, and are activated by using a
master/coupled point technique. The master and coupled
points are always paired and used together.
Each master point is like an instant “light switch” that
immediately turns on the corresponding extraordinary vessel.
Coupled points are typically used after the master point has
been activated and has a lesser affect. Used in combination,
the master/coupled points are said to “open” its corresponding
extraordinary meridian, thus enabling it to absorb extra Qi,
creating a reservoir of energy.

EEV are paired/coupled together. See the first two
columns of the chart below.
The master point for one of the meridians in the pair is
the coupled point for the other and vice versa. For example,
the master point of Ren Mai (LU-7) is always used with its
coupled point (KI-6), which is the master point of its paired
EEV, in this case the master point of Yin Qiao Mai (KI-6).
MASTER COUPLED
EEV PAIRED EEV POINT POINT
Du Mai Yang Qiao Mai SI-3 BL-62
Ren Mai Yin Qiao Mai LU-7 KI-6
chong Mai Yin Wei Mai SP-4 Pc-6
Dai Mai Yang Wei Mai GB-41 TW-5
Yang Qiao BL-62 SI-3

Mai
Yin Qiao Mai KI-6 LU-7
Yang Wei Mai TW-5 GB-41
Yin Wei Mai Pc-6 SP-4
How to activate the Master point & coupled point

In general you activate the master point of the EEV you
are treating (due to symptomology) and then afterwards, you

activate its coupled point. Experiment with how long you treat
each point and how much time between treating the paired points.
For women:
Activate the master point on the Right side then activate
the coupled point on the Left side.
For men:
Activate the master point on the Left side then activate
the coupled point on the Right side.
These 8 Extras are divided into two sets of four each - a
primary set and a secondary set. The four primary ones
operate within the torso, and are known as:
- Governor Channel/Du Mai,
- Conception Channel/Ren Mai,
- Belt Channel/Dai Mai, and
- Thrusting Channel/Chong Mai.
The four secondary ones, which back-up or support the
primary set and run into the arms and legs, are known as:
- Yang Bridge/Yang Qiao Mai,
- Yin Bridge/Yin Qiao Mai,
- Yang Linking/Yang Wei Mai, and
- Yin Linking/Yin Wei Mai.
These 8 Extras may be accessed and controlled by a special
group of points called the Master and Coupled Points, which
are described in detail later.
These 20 meridians/ channels/pathways constitute the full
number of channels in the body familiar in Acupuncture.
Nobody has any more or less.
Microcosmic Orbit
The Du, the Ren, the Chong and the Dai are the most
important of the Eight Extraordinary Meridians.

The Du Mai Meridian flows from the tip of the coccyx up the
spine, over the head, and ends in the upper part of the mouth.
The Ren Mai Meridian flows from the perineum up along the
front mid-line of our torso, and ends in the lower mouth.
In the Microcosmic Orbit practice, we link the Ren and the

Du meridians into a single continuous circuit – which is how
energy circulated when we were in our mother’s womb.
The Chong Meridian flows vertically deep within the body,
along the front of the spine. It is our energetic core.
The Dai Mai Meridian circles the waist, and is the only
horizontally-flowing meridian. It acts as a kind of “belt” -
containing the other vertically-flowing meridians. The Dai
Meridian connect with the energy of the planets, stars and
galaxies, and then down to connect with the core of the earth.
In the Microcosmic Orbit practice, we link the Ren and
the Du meridians (Yin and Yang) into a single continuous
circuit – which is how energy circulated when we were in our
mother’s womb. All chakras are connected and activated.

DU Mai Meridian (Governing Vessel)
This Meridian originates at Ming men and descends to

the perineum, emerging at CV-1/GV-1. Then it continues to
GV-4 where it enters the kidneys. From the kidneys it travels
up the interior of the spinal column to GV-12 where it goes
laterally to UB-12 and then back to GV-13. From here it
continues along the midline of the head to GV-16 where it
enters the brain and ends at the frenulum of the upper lib.
GV-28.
It is also known as Sea of Yang.
command Points:
1. Master point- SI -3 (Needling Male Left side: Female Right
side)
2. Couple point - BI-62 (Needling Female Left side: Male
Right side)
Pathways:
1. Origin- Kidney (uterus).
2. Main channel- DU-l - DU-28.
3. Deep channel - through gum to Ren-24, through perineum
to Ren-l.
4. Luo point - DU-l.

DU Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point Location
SI-3 At the medial end of
the distal transverse
palmar crease, proximal
to the fifth metacarpo
phalangeal joint. It can
be better located when
the fist is half closed.
Needling
0.5to5cun perpendicular.
coupled Point
UB-62
Location
It is located 0.5 cun below
the lateral malleolus.
Needling
0.3 to 0.5 cun perpendicular
Luo Point Location

GV-1 It is located midway
between the tip of coccyx
and anus. This point can
be better identified in the
lithotomy position.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun upwards
and backwards towards
the coccyx in lithotomy
position. Moxa also can
give.

DU Mai Meridian Pathway
cV-1
Location
This point is located
anterior to the anus in
the midline between the
anus and scrotum in
the male, between the
anus and the posterior
labial commissure in the
female
GV-1
Location
It is located midway
between the tip of coccyx
and anus. This point can
be better identified in the
lithotomy position.
GV-4
Location:
It is located back on the
midline, between the
dorsal spines of 2nd and
3rd lumbar vertebrae. It
is at the level of the lower
border of the rib cage.

GV-12 & GV-13
Location: GV - 12
It is located between the
spinous processes of
the 3rd and 4th thoracic
vertebrae.
Location : GV - 13
spinous processes of the
1st and 2nd thoracic
vertebrae.
UB-12
Location:
It is located 1.5 cun
lateral to the lower border
of the spinous process
of the second thoracic
vertebrae.
GV-16
Location
Dangerous point. It is
located on the midline
1cun above the posterior
hairline, ie at the nape of
the neck.

GV-28
Location
It is located over the
frenum of the upper lip
at the junction of the
gum and upper lip.
Energy areas
“Sea of Yang:” Give effects and controls all of the yang
meridians and stimulate Yin activity. Spinal cord , Brain,
Perineum, Top of head, Nervous and Muscular systems
Speciality of the Meridian:
Cure problems in brain, marrow a/or spinal cord issues
- pain, heaviness, stroke, psychological issues, etc. Other
facial issues - headache, migraine, pain/swelling in the face/
head
Diseases cure:
Pain in head, neck, face, spine. Fever, tetanus, unnatural
perspiration, severe back pain, knee and leg pain, pain in
abdomen. Urogenital problems, urinary retention, piles,
sterility.Dizzinesswithswolleneyes andmore tears, extremities
numb. Nervous problems. Throat disease and swollen glands,
tooth pain. Eliminates toxin. Madness, recovery after shock,
mental instability, low vitality. Reproduction problem.
Du mai finally at a glance.
Du mai relax the spine and helped to balance the energy
on the back as well as throughout the rest of the body.
Experience shows that the Du mai relaxes the cervical and
upper thoracic region in women.

Ren Mai Meridian (conception Vessel)
Originates at the perineum and passes through the

uterus and connects with CV-1. Then it follows the ren
meridian up to CV-24. Along the path it connects internally
with the SP, LV and KD meridians. At CV-24 a second branch
rises upwards and encircles the mouth and then rises to the
eyes at ST-1. A separate branch originates in the pelvic cavity
and rises up along the back.
This meridian is also known as Conception vessel and it
is Sea of Yin.
command Points:
Master point - LU-7. (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - KI- 6. (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways: Origin- Kidney (uterus)
1. Ren-l to Ren-24.
2. Ren-9, Ren-12, Ren17 to LU-l (to collect excessive energy
excess from lung. Real irrigation system of Conception Vessel).
3. Ren-24 - Ren-28 (dual path to ST-l - interior of eyes and
connecting to Yang Qiao mai).
4. Luo point - Ren-15.

Ren Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point Location:
LU-7
It is identified when the
index fingers and the
thumbs of both hands of
the patient are crossed,
this point is under the tip
of the upper index finger.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun oblique.
couple Point
KI-6 Location
It is located in the
depression 1 cun directly
below the prominence
of the medial malleolus.
(0.4 cun below the tip or
lower border of the medial
alleolus.)
Needling
0.3to0.5cun perpendicular.
Luo Point
cV-15
Location
It is located 7 cun above the
umbilicus in the midline.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun obliquely
upwards.

Ren Mai Meridian Pathway
cV-1
Location
This point is located anterior
to the anus in the midline
between the anus and
scrotum in the male, between
the anus and the posterior
labial commisure in the
female
cV-24
Location
It is located in the midline
of the mental labial groove,
in the depression between
the point of the chin and
midpoint of the lower lip.
ST-1
Location
eye ball and the midpoint of
the infraorbital ridge. It is
dangerous point and should
be used only by experienced
acupunturist.

Energy Areas.
Face, thorax, abdomen, genitals, throat, chest, lungs
endocrine, urinary and digestive systems
Speciality of the Meridian:
It is known as “Sea of Yin:” influences the yin, essence
and fluids. Regulates female cycles, menstruation (irregular,
leukorrhea), reproduction. Effects male genitalia, hernia, sexual
desire, impotence Gastrointestinal issues, digestion. Controls
perineum, pubis, abdomen, thorax, throat, lips, face, eyes.
Diseases cure:
Tense or painful feeling in abdomen, acute and chronic
diarrhea, hemorrhage. Hernia, leukorrhea, tumor, disorder
of menstrual period, dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia, sterility
(except in virgins). Tooth pain, swollen throat, heart, chest
pain, difficulty or inability to swallow, coughing with sputum.
Lumbago, cold in lumbar abdominal regions. Diabetes,
asthma, bronchitis, pleurisy, cough. Influenza, breast
abscess, chest and heart pain, epilepsy, eczema.
Ren Mai finally at a glance
The Ren mai is useful in treating cervical problems,
particularly in men. Ren mai corrects the lower part of the
spine, thoracic and lumbar particularly in women.
It has an effect upon all of the functions below the
umbilicus, including reproductive issues. It is the parent
meridian or reservoir for all the Yin meridians of the body.
This meridian also is the irrigation system of the Lung,
draining excess or bad energy from the Lung through Lung 1.
The master point of the Ren mai, LU- 7 tends to close
the Lung so that the Lung may function more efficiently. The
Lungs control the head and make the energy for the entire
body. The master point treatment remove the negative energy
from the Lung and enhances its function to maintain healthy
energy. This meridian balances the dilatation and contraction
of blood vessels which of course, plays apart in many
headaches. The meridian has a direct effect on urogenital
problems in those areas in men.

The couple point of Ren mai is KI-6. It is a powerful point
on the deficient kidney meridian, has a direct effect in the
thyroid. Couple point K-6 has a strong influence on energy in
the head. It balances energy on both sides of the body, and it
has a direct effect on the bladder and particularly on sexual
organs. K-6 is a strong psychological point for anger of the
paranoid type. The Ren meridian receives and transports the
qi of all the yin meridians, and therefore regulates all female
diseases ie., uterus, menstruation, menopause, pregnancy,
leukorrhea, impotence , Gastrointestinal issues, digestion.

chong Mai Meridian (Thrusting or PenetratingVessel)
Originates in the ming men and passes through the

uterus and down to CV-1. From here it emerges at ST-30 and
continues upwards along the kidney meridian to KD-21. It then
flows up the throat, encircles the mouth and continues up to
the forehead. A second branch flows from CV-1 inside the spine
to the UB-23 area. A third branch flows downwards towards the
foot where it splits into 2 branches and follows the Kidney and
Spleen meridians. It is known as Regulator and obstructor of Qi,
Penetrating vessel of Groin, and Sea of twelve meridians.
command Points:
Master point - SP-4 - (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - PC-6 - (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:
• Origin - Kidneys (uterus).
• ST-30,
• K-1, KI-11 to KI-21, KI-23.
• PC-1.
• Ren-3, , Ren-4, Ren-12, Ren-12, Ren-13,
• Ren-17, , Ren-13, Ren-12, Ren-7.
• SP-13, SP-14, SP-15.

chong Mai Meridian Points at a glance
SP-4 It is located on the medial
side of the foot in the
depression below the base
of the 1st metatarsal bone,
at the junction of the two
colours of the skin on the
medial border of the foot.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun perpendicular
couple Point
P-6 Location
It is located 2 cun proximal
to the midpoint of the wrist,
crease, between the tendons
of the palmaris longus and
flexor carpi radials muscles.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun perpendicular.
Pathway ofchongMaiMeridian
cV-1- ( Ren-1)
Location
This point is located
anterior to the anus in the
midline between the anus
and scrotum in the male,
between the anus and the
posterior labial commisure
in the female

Pathway of chong Mai Meridian
St-30
Location
It is located 5 cun below
St-25 and lies in the inguinal
region.
UB-23
Location
It is located 1.5 cun lateral
to the lower border of the
spinous process of the
second lumbar vertebrae.
ST-1
Location
eye ball and the midpoint
of the inraorbital ridge. It is
dangerous point and should
be used only by experienced
acupunturist.

Pathway of chong Mai Meridian
K-11 & K-21 Location: K-11
to the midline just above the
upper border of the public
symphysis or 0.5 cun lateral
to Ren-2.
Location: K-21
It is located 6 cun above
K-16.
Energy areas
Kidney, Spleen and Stomach Meridian system. Center of
the body. Urogenital parts.
Speciality of Meridian
Sea of blood. Energy to entire body. Acts on zang organs.
Controls all meridians.
Diseases cure.
Flatulence, abdominal pain, abdomen swollen, deficiency
of fluids, pleurisy, anorexia, diarrhea, vomiting, jaundice,
hyperacidity, constipation, gastric ulcer, interstitial cystitis,
swollen intestines, face swollen. Adrenal insufficiency.
Enuresis nocturnal, thirst, dysuria, edema of legs (empty),
placental retention, urine foul smelling. Whooping cough,
malaria, lumbago. Angina pectoris, palpitations, endocarditis,
myocarditis, brachycardia, cardiac pain.
Speciality of Pathway Points:
“Sea of Blood:” Reproductive issues, irregular
menstruation, infertility . Physical and spiritual heart issues
like Heart pain, depression, respiratory issues - SOB, asthma.
Abdominal stagnation.

Chong mai finally at a glance.
Chong mai will give immediate relief of the angina. In
addition, the channel connects all the meridians and has a
particularly effect on the Kidney meridian. The master point,
SP-4, is a specific point for cardiac pain and the couple point
PC-6 has the effect of moving the energy throughout the chest.
Dai Mai Meridian (Girdle or Belt Vessel)
Originates at Liv-13, continues to and encircles GB-26 and

Liv-13 and then connects with GB-27 and GB-28.
It is known as Belt channel and Girdle Meridian.
command Points:
Master point - GB-41. (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - SJ-5. (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:
1. Orgin- lower ribs.
2. GB-26, GB-27, GB-28, GB-29.
3. LIV-13.

Dai Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point
GB-41 Location
It is located in the depression
immediately distal to the
junction of the base of the
4th and 5th metatarsals.
Needling
0.3 to 0.5 cun perpendicular.
coupled Point
TW-5
Location
to the midpoint of the dorsal
transverse crease of the
wrist, between the radius
and the ulna.
Needling
Dai Mai Meridian Pathway

Liv-13
Location:
It is located at the free end
of the 11th rib, infront of
GB - 25

Dai Mai Meridian Pathway
GB-26
Location
It is located at the level
of the umbilicus, on a
vertical line drawn from
the free end of the 11th
rib.
GB-27 & GB-28 GB-27

Location
It is located at the level
of Ren-4 in front of the
anterior superior iliac
spine.
GB-28
Location
It is located 0.5 cun
anterior and inferior to
GB-27.
Energy Areas
• Gall Bladder, Lung and Spleen.
• Reproductive system.
• Cerebrum
• Stabilize qi for all meridians by collecting qi in three points
of the Gall Bladder.
• Balance yin-yang in the leg because all six meridians
cross it.
• Controls the girdle area.

Diseases cure:
• Migraine, thyroid stimulation, stroke.
• Psoriasis, eczema.
• Pain in general- head, back of neck, lower limbs especially,
hip, lumbar pain.
• Weaken waist, patient feels as if sitting in cold water and
upper part is outside of water.
• Numbness in body and painful; muscles trembling, leg
pains, extremities all painful and swollen, arthritis, lower
part of leg (feet) damp, vertigo, mastoid pain, intermittent
fever, excessive perspiration, imbalance of three burners.
• Congestion in lower abdomen, uterus
• Sterility in women, inflammation of breasts, weakness
and fatigue.
• Chronic disease in general, eyes red and painful, fever
and trembling, swollen gland in neck, buzzing in ear, sore
swollen throat.
• Depression, loss of confidence, bad temper, instability,
sharpness, sour nature, lack of calm, indecision, cannot trust
memory, confused when asked to keep one thing in mind
Dai mai meridian finally at a glance:
• The Dai mai meridian is indicated for leg pains, swollen
and painful extremities in situations where extremities
are difficult to support.
• The master point GB-41 is useful in the treatment of
memory.
• Dai mai seemed an excellent choice for strengthening the
gastrointestinal system.
• The master point and other major points on the meridian
are Gall Bladder points.
• The couple point, SJ-5. is an important point on the Triple
Warmer meridian, is an important adjunct to the function
and treatment of the digestive system.

Yang chiao Mai Meridian (Yang Heel Vessel)
Originates at UB-62 and travels behind the heel to

UB-61. It continues up the calf to UB-59, up the lateral aspect
of the leg to GB-29 and then up to the scapular region at SI
10. It continues to LI-15 and LI-16 and then travels to the
face and connects with ST-4, ST-3, ST-1 and UB-1 where it
meets with the UB, GV and Yin Qiao meridians. From here it
travels over the head and terminates at GB-20.
It is known as Yang Heel Vessel, Vessel of Yang Exciter,
Positive Leg channel, Accelerator of Yang meridians.
command Points:
Master point - UB-62. (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - SI-3. (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:
Origin - heel of foot.
UB-62, 61, 59, GB-29, S.I.-1O,
L.I.-16, 15, Neck, ST-7, 6,4,3,1.

Yang chiao Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point
UB-62
Location
Needling
coupled Point
SI-3 Location
At the medial end of the
distal transverse palmar
crease, proximal to the fifth
metacarpo phalangeal joint.
It can be better located
when the fist is half closed.
Needling
Xi cleft point
UB-59
Location
to UB-60.
Needling

Yang chiao Mai Meridian Pathway
UB-62
Location
UB-61
Location
It is located directly below
UB-60. 1.5 cun inferior to
it, on the posterior surface
of the calcaneum and at
the junction of the red and
white skin.
UB-59
Location
to UB-60.

GB-29
Location
It is located midway between
anterior superior iliac spine
and superior border of
greater trochanter.
SI-10
Ah Shi point for cervical

spondylosis.
Location
It is at the lower border of
the scapular spine, directly
above SI - 9 when the arm is
adducted
LI-15
Location
It is located at the anterior
depression lateral to the tip
of the acromion process.

LI-16
Location
depression between the
acromioclavicular joint and
the spine of scapula, more
closer to the aromioclvicular
joint.
ST-4
Location
to the corner or the mouth.
ST-3
Location
It is located below St-2, at
the level of the lower border
of the ala nasi.

ST-1
Location
It is located below the
eyeball at the midpoint
of the lower margin of the
orbit.
UB-1
Location
It is located 0.1 cun medial
and superior to the inner
canthus of the eye, near the
medial border of the orbit.
Energy Areas:
Face, Eye, Head, Lower Limbs, Both sides of body, All
joints, Pituitary gland.
Diseases cure:
• Articular problems in men (pain and swelling), Severe
arthritis problem, Pain in lower extremities, Lumbago,
Backache.
• Menopause in men.
• Paralysis, Wei (atrophy) syndrome, Idiopathic epilepsy,
(daytime), cerebral congestion, Headache.
• Insomnia in excess; sleepy in deficiency, heavy sweating.
• Numbness, weakness, spasms in lower limbs.
• Issues of the eyes a/or face, eye pain (esp. inner canthus),
redness a/or swelling.

Speciality of Master Point:
The master point UB-62 alone cure both psychological,
neurological and musculoskeletal diseases like sadness,
mental fatigue, antisocial attitude, lassitude and laziness,
madness, epilepsy, spastic uterus, feeling of excessive energy
in the skin, diseases of the spinal cord.
Yang chiao Mai meridian finally at a glance:
It balances yang where there is insufficiency of yin and
controls yang on both sides of body. controls joints (in men).
It directly give energy to pituitary gland, and by this causes
the release of ACTH, and indirectly give effect Adrenal gland.
For severe arthritis problem if Yang Chiao were treated
consistently, this extraordinary meridian is of value in arthritis
problems in men, particularly where there is swelling. It is
a specific treatment for arthritis in men and in connection
with the other treatments of more local nature. There has
been considerable success in mobilizing the use of all the
joints involved, resulting in a decrease in swelling, increase
in motion and decrease in pain.
The Yang Chiao should always be considered in arthritis
in men, particularly in older persons with a long-standing
condition. It is advisable the treatment is followed by DU mai
for 5 minutes.
When treatment is given to women we have to check the
result after 3 days whether any negative reaction is there or
not. After that depends upon the result we should continue
the treatment.

Yin chiao Mai Meridian (Yin Heel Vessel)
Originates at K-2, travels upward to K-6 and then to

K-8. It then continues up the medial aspect of the leg to the
inguinal region where it enters the genitals. From the genitals
it travels up the anterior abdomen and the chest to ST-12.
From ST-12 it travels to ST-9 and along the cheek to UB-1
where it connects with the UB, GV and Yang Qiao Mai vessels.
From there it rises upwards and enters the brain. It is also
known as Yin Heel Vessel, Vessel of Yin Exciter, Negative Leg
channel, and Accelerator of Yin.
command Points:
Master points - K-6. (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - LU- 7. (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:
Origin - depressed part of foot in front of malloleus.
K-2, K-6 - K-8 medial leg- genitals abdomen, - chest - throat
- UB-l ST-12.

Yin chiao Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point
Location
KI-6
1 cun directly below the
prominence of the medial
malleolus. (0.4 cun below
the tip or lower border of the
medial malleolus.)
Needling
couple Point
LU-7 Location
It is identified when the index
fingers and the thumbs of
both hands of the patient are
crossed, this point is under
the tip of the upper index
finger.
Needling
0.5 to 1 cun oblique.
Xi cleft Point
KI-8
Location
It is located 0.5 cun anterior
to K-7and 2 cun proximal to
K-3.
Needling

Yin chiao Mai Meridian Pathway
KI-2
Location
It is located anterior and
inferior to the navicualar
bone.
KI-6
Location
depression 1 cun directly
below the prominence
of the medial malleolus.
(0.4 cun below the tip or
lower borderr of the medial
malleolus.)
KI-8
Location
It is located 0.5 cun anterior
to K-7and 2 cun proximal
to K-3.

Yin chiao Mai Meridian Pathway
ST-12
Location
supraclavicular fossa, on
the mid point of the superior
border of the clavicle and is
in the vertical line with the
nipple.
ST-9
Dangerous point( very close
to the carotid vessels).
Location
It is located on the anterior
border of the sternomastoid
muscle, lateral to the thyroid
cartilage, behind the common
carotid artery.
UB-1
Location
It is located 0.1 cun medial
and superior to the inner
canthus of the eye, near the
medial border of the orbit.

Energy Areas:
Abdomin, Chest, Eye, Urinary Bladder, Lower limbs,
Uterus.
Diseases cure:
• Digestive issues, abdominal issues, Urogenital problems,
retention of urine , Respiratory issues
• Excessive sleepiness , Eye issues , Hot Flashes
• Arthritis in women, Menopausal syndrome.
• Sleepiness in excess; insomnia in deficiency, epilepsy,
coma.
• Glandular fever. scrotal hernia, impotence, leucorrhea,
dysmenorrhea (virgins).
• Uncomfortable urination, bladder pains.
• Abdominal pain, vomiting and diarrhea, constipation in
women, excess hunger.
• Sore throat, chest swelling,breast abscess, general edema
with paralysis, uncomfortable diaphragm.
During treatment master point KI-6 cure anger, paranoia;
slow, cold, hardpremeditated, long-lasting anger; irregular periods,
fond of sleeping, hands frozen, spasm of diaphragm, coughing.
Yin chiao Mai Meridian finally at a glance:
It controls the ascent of fluids and the descent of Qi .
It controls yin of both sides of body. It indirectly give effect
to adrenal cortex through K-18 and reproductive hormones
through UB-1.
This meridian is generally used for articular problems in
women, often with the addition of Kidney 18, which brings
the adrenal cortex and ACTH into play.
In addition, the master point is KI-6 and all of the other
points on the meridian are Kidney points so that by using
this meridian, we also enhance Kidney function.

The couple point, LU- 7, closes and strengthens the Lungs
which, according to the theory of the five elements, is the mother
of the Kidneys and therefore a support for the Kidneys. Kidney 6
is a very powerful point, particularly for people with long lasting
anger. In addition, follow with Ren mai for five minutes. During
treatment in a male patient, observe after 3 days to find out
negative reaction to proceed further.
Yang wei Mai Meridian (Yang Linking Vessel)
Originates at UB-63 and ascends along the GB meridian

up the leg and sides of the body passing through GB-35. It
continues to UB-59 and up to the hip GB-29. Then it continues
along the lateral aspect of the body to LI-14 at the shoulder,
to TH-13, TH-15 and to GB-21. It then travels down to
SI-10, over to GV-15, GV-16 and then to GB-20. It continues
downward along the GB meridian from GB-19 through to
GB-13 where it ends. It is also known as Preserver of Yang,
Vessel of Yang Keeper, Channel Reuniting Yang Energy.
command Points:
Master point - TW-5 - (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - GB-41 - (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:

• Origin-intersection point of Yang meridians on foot.
• BL-63, GB-35, GB-24, LI-14, TW-13, GB-21, SI-10,
GB-19, GB-17, GB-16, GB-15, GB-13.
• Ribs
• GB-20,DU-15
Yang wei Mai Meridian Points at a glance

TW-5 It is located 2 cun proximal
to the midpoint of the dorsal
transverse crease of the
wrist, between the radius
and the ulna.
Needling
couple Point Location:
GB-41 It is located in the depression
immediately distal to the
junction of the base of the
4th and 5th metatarsals.
Needling
Xi cleft
GB-35Point Location
It is located on the line
joining the tip of the lateral
malleolus to GB-34. It is 7
cun proximal to the lateral
malleolus on the anterior
border of the fibula.
Needling
1 to 1.5 cun perpendicular.

Yang wei Mai Meridian Pathway
UB-63 Location
It is located on the anterior
and inferior to UB-62 near
the anterior border of the
calcaneum, posterior to 5th
metatarsal bone.
GB-35 Location
It is located on the line
joining the tip of the lateral
malleolus to GB-34. It is 7
cun proximal to the lateral
malleolus on the anterior
border of the fibula.
UB-59 Location
to UB-60.

GB-29
Location
anterior superior iliac spine
and superior border of
greater trochanter.
LI - 14
Alarm point for shoulder
joint pain and forzen
shoulder.
Location
to LI - 11 on the line LI -
11 to LI - 15. It lies on
the border of the deltoid
muscle.
TW-13
Location
It is located 3 cun distal to
TW-14.

TW-15
Location
the tip of the acromion and
DU-14. One cun below
GB-21 on the shoulder
muscles.
GB-21
Special Alarm point of Gall
bladder. Endocrine point.
Location
DU-14 and LI-15. (Directly
posterior to midpont of
clavicle, halfway between it
and the superior border of
the spine of the scapula.)
SI-10
Ah Shi point for cervical
spondylosis.
Location
It is at the lower border of
the scapular spine, directly
above SI - 9 when the arm is
adducted

GV-15 & GV-16 GV-15 -(DU)

Dangerous point.
Location:
It is located at the nape of
the neck on the midline,
between the dorsal spines
of the 1st and 2nd cervical
vertebrae.
GV-16 -(DU)
Dangerous point.
Location
depression directly below
the occipital protuberance
in the midline ie., at the
nape of the neck. 1 cun
above the posterior hairline.
GB-20
Location:
medial to the mastoid
process between the origins
of the trapezius and sterno-
mastoid muscles.

GB-19
Location: It is located 1.5

cun above GB-20 on the
lateral side of the external
occipital protuberance
GB-13
Location
It is located directly above
the outer canthus of the
eye, 0.5 cun inside the hair
line.
Energy Areas:
Cerebrum. Cerebellus. Pineal gland. Skin. Heart. Neck.
Head. Bone. Uterus.
Disease cure:
Distention in the lumbar region. Skin disease,
inflammation. Cancer in men
Articular pain, bone pain. Extremities and joints are
swollen and painful. Heart failure, Cardialgia. Any disease of
head, neck. headache. Epistaxis, Intermittent fever, fatigue,

night sweats, sweating with bad smell, dental problems,
mumps. Chronic disease, Paralysis; Uterus problem.
Depressive-paranoid personality.
Yang Wei Mai Meridian’s master point TW-5 – cure the
diseases both Neuropsychological and Anatomical like lack of
or excess initiative, warmth, affection; broken relationships;
fear, suspicion, anxiety, deep depression; muscles and bones
of upper limbs painful; deafness, hypertension; pain on chest
and ribs, fever, infantile paralysis, violent fear, migraine.
Yang Wei Mai Meridian finally at a glance:
The Yang Wei has a profound effect on the superficial
parts of the body, the autonomic and central nervous system
and all skin diseases. It is preserver of Yang, especially
during hemorrhage. For chronic diseases follow with Dai mai
treatment for five minutes. If the treatment to a woman follow
up after 3 days to check and to verify negative reaction before
continue the treatment.

Yin wei Mai Meridian (Yin Linking Vessel)
Originates at K-9 and goes up along the medial aspect

of the thigh into the abdomen where it enters the spleen
meridian at SP-13, SP-15, SP-16. It continues up to
Liv-14, enters the abdomen and continues upwards through
the chest and throat. It then meets the Ren Mai at Ren-22
and Ren-23.
It is also known as Yin Preserver, Yin Energy Reuniting
channel, Yin keeper vessel.
command Points:
Master point - PC-6. (Needling Male Left side: Female
Right side) Couple point - SP-4 . (Needling Female Left side:
Male Right side)
Pathways:
• Origin- intersection of Yin meridians on leg.
• KI-9, SP-13, 15,16, LIV-14 behind breasts
• Ren-22, 23.
• HT-l - KI-23, Ren-7, 12,13.

Yin wei Mai Meridian Points at a glance
Master Point
Pc-6 Location
to the midpoint of the wrist,
crease, between the tendons
of the palmaris longus and
Needling
couple Point SP-4

Location
It is located on the medial side
of the foot in the depression
below the base of the 1st
metatarsal bone , at the
junction of the two colours of
the skin on the medial border
of the foot.
Needling
Xi-cleft Point
KI-9
Location
to K-3 and one cun posterior
to the medial border of tibia.
Needling

Yin wei Mai Meridian Pathway
KI-9 Location
to K-3 and one cun posterior
to the medial border of tibia.
SP-13 Location
It is located 0.7 cun above
SP-12, 4 cun lateral to
midline. Close to femoral
artery hence dangerous.
SP-15 & SP-16 Location: SP-15

It is located 4 cun lateral
to the umblicus.(on the
nippleline).
Location: SP-16
It is located 3 cun above
SP-15, 4 cun lateral to
midline 2 cun lateral to
ST-22.

Yin wei Mai Meridian Pathway
LIV-14 Dangerous point. Mu-Front
alarm point.
Location
It is located vertically below
the nipple, in the intercostal
space between the 6th and
7th ribs
cV-22 Dangerous point.

Location
It is located at the centre of
the suprasternal fossa, 0.5
cun above the sternal notch.
cV-23 Location
It is located on the midline
of the neck, midway
between the Adam’s apple
and the lower border of the
mandible.

Energy Areas:
Blood / Heart. Abdomin / Spleen. Nervous system.
Respiration system. Inside the body. Head/Neck/Shoulder.
Thyroid gland / Adrenal gland. Reproductive system.
Speciality of Meridian:
It is “Sea of Blood” and give energy to reproductive areas. It
gives energy to internal organs. It preserve yin and connects the
yin-Essence. It balances rebellious Qi. It give energy and give relief
to physical and spiritual heart issues. It directly connect thyroid
and indirectly connect adrenal medulla endocrine system.
Diseases cure:
• Menstrual and reproductive issues, irregular
menstruation, infertility.
• Heart pain, depression, Hiccups, Asthma, cardiac disease
and chronic chest pain, hypertension, varicose veins.
• Cancer in women, Malaria, Thyroid problem.
• Abdominal stagnation, vomiting, spasms, ulcers
constipation, indigestion, swelling, abdominal hardness,
diarrhea, hemorrhoids, internal fullness of chest and
heart, and protrusion and prolapse.
• Delirium, convulsions, congestion in the head, amnesia,
timidity, fear apprehension, nightmares, depression,
agitation, control hysteria, mental and physical
depression, agitation.
The master point of Yin Wei Mai Meridian PC-6 cure the
diseases related to Neuropsychological and General areas
like epilepsy, madness, heart suspended as though hungry,
frightened, spleen and stomach not harmonized, irregular
periods, post-partum, spermatorrhea, pulseless.
Yin Wei Mai Meridian finally at a glance:
Yin wei Mai Meridian is also used for cardiac disease,
chronic chest pain, and has profound psychological effects

on depression and anxiety. Yin Wei is used and the patient
can experience disappearance of his chest pains. A greater
energy to the upper part of his body, tension relief in his
shoulders and energy is increased. Being as Yin meridian if
the treatment is given to a man a check after three days is
must to verify is there any negative reaction or not and to
continue further.
Important Functions of Acu points in the

pathway of Extraordinary meridian
SI-3
Location:
At the medial end of the distal transverse palmar crease,
proximal to the fifth metacarpo phalangeal joint. It can be
better located when the fist is half closed.
Indications:
Headache, Acute neck pain and stiffness, cervical
spondylosis, tinnitus, deafness, lumbago, epilepsy, night
sweating, pain and paralysis in upper extremity and in
malaria.
Needling: 0.5 to 5 cun perpendicular.
UB-62
Location:
It is located 0.5 cun below the lateral malleolus.
Indications:
Headache, Epilepsy, conlvusions, drug addiction, footdrop,
paralysis of the leg, painful ankle, lower backache,
psychological disturbances.
Needling:0.3 to 0.5 cun perpendicular.

cV-1- ( Ren-1)
Location:
This point is located anterior to the anus in the midline
between the anus and scrotum in the male, between the
anus and the posterior labial commisure in the female.
Indications:
Irregular mensus, Pain in penis, piles, vaginitis,
hemorrhoids.
Needling: 0.5 to 1 cun obliquely upwards.
GV-1 (DU): Luo connecting point
Location:
It is located midway between the tip of coccyx and anus.
This point can be better identified in the lithotomy position.
Indications:
Pruritus of the anal region, hemorrhoids, fissure, and
constipation.
Needling: 0.5 to 1 cun upwards and backwards towards
the coccyx in lithotomy position. Moxo also can give.
GV-4 (DU)
Location:
It is located back on the midline, between the dorsal spines
of 2nd and 3rd lumbar vertebrae. It is at the level of the lower
border of the rib cage.
Indications:
Low backache, genitor-urinary disorders, impotence,
lumbago, diarrhea , dyspepsia.
Needling: 0.5 to 1 cun obliquely up.

GV-12(DU)
Location: It is located between the spinous processes of
the 3rd and 4th thoracic vertebrae.
Indications:
Epilepsy, cough, dyspnea, pain and stiffness of the back,
hypertension.
GV-13(DU)
Location:
It is located between the spinous processes of the 1st and
2nd thoracic vertebrae.
Indications:
Epilepsy, insanity, headache, pain and stiffness of the
back, skin conditions.
Location: GV-16
Dangerous point. It is located on the midline 1cun above

the posterior hairline, ie at the nape of the neck.
Indications:
Cold, headache, mental disorders, apoplexy.
Needling: 0.2 cun horizontal.

GV-28
Location:
It is located over the frenum of the upper lip at the junction
of the gum and upper lip.
Indications:
Swelling and pain in gum. Distal point for hemorrhoids.
Needling: to 0.2 cun vertical. Bleed the point with three
edged needle.
LU-7 Luo connecting point. Distal point
Location:
It is identified when the index fingers and the thumbs of
both hands of the patient are crossed, this point is under
the tip of the upper index finger.
Indications:
Headache on the back of the head, stiff neck, cervical
spondylosis, bronchitis, toothache, facial paralysis, wrist
drop, arthiritis of the wrist, parkinsonism, paralysis of the
upper extremity.
Needling: 0.5 to 1 cun oblique.
K-6
Location:
It is located in the depression 1 cun directly below the
prominence of the medial malleolus. (0.4 cun below the tip
or lower border of the medial malleolus.)
Indications:
Genito-urinary disorders, oedema of the ankle.Epilepsy,
irregular mensus, tonsillitis, pain in ankle joint.
Needling:
0.5 cun perpendicular.

cV-15(REN) Pituitary point .
Location:
It is located 7 cun above the umbilicus in the midline.
Indications:
Epilepsy, mentaldisorders, chest pain,hiccup and vomiting.
Needling:
0.5 to 1 cun obliquely upwards.
cV-24 (REN) Distal point
Location:
It is located in the midline of the mental labial groove, in
the depression between the point of the chin and midpoint
of the lower lip.
Indications:
Facial paralysis, trigeminal neuralgia, toothache, swelling
in the gums, excessive salivation, retention of urine,
constipation.
ST-1
Location:
It is located between the eye ball and the midpoint of the
infraorbital ridge. It is dangerous point and should be used
only by experienced acupunturist.
Indications:
Diseases of the eye ball and eye muscles ie squint, myopia,
cataract, blindness, optic atrophy and glaucoma.
Needling:
Needle should be inserted along the floor of the orbital cavity.
Depth 0.3 to 0.5 cun. Pressing by index finger is advisable.

SP-4 Luo point of the meridian
Location:
It is located on the medial side of the foot in the depression
below the base of the 1st metatarsal bone , at the junction
of the two colours of the skin on the medial border of the
foot.
Indications:
Acute diarrhea, Inhibits uterus, vomiting, spasmodic
dysmenorrheal. It is used in habitual abortions.
P-6 Distal point, Luo connecting point
Location:
It is located 2 cun proximal to the midpoint of the wrist,
crease, between the tendons of the palmaris longus and
Indications:
Heart disease, angina pectoris palpation, crditis.Hiccup,
Nausea, vomiting, hysteria, epilepsy, ashthma, menstrual
disorders. Morning sickness, Numbness of the forearm and
hands.
Needling:0.5 to 1 cun perpendicular.
ST-30
Location:
It is located 5 cun below St-25 and lies in the inguinal region.
Indications:
Urogenital disorders, Pain in inguinal hernia,pain in gastro
intestinal tract.
Needling: 0.5 cun perpendicular.

K-21
Location:
It is located 6 cun above K-16.
Indications:
Diarrhea, vomiting.
Needling: 0.5 to 0.8 cun perpendicular.
UB-23
Location:
It is located 1.5 cun lateral to the lower border of the
spinous process of the second lumbar vertebrae.
Indications:
Genito-urinary disorders, ear disease, bone disorders,
alopecia, local disorders of the spine,nephritis, enuresis,
nocturnal emission, impotence, lumbago, tinnitus,
deafness, irregular menstruation.
Needling: 1 cun oblique.
GB-41
Location:
It is located in the depression immediately distal to the
junction of the base of the 4th and 5th metatarsals.
Indications:
Pain in the foot, breast disorders, ear disorders.
Needling:

TW-5:
Location:
It is located 2 cun proximal to the midpoint of the dorsal
transverse crease of the wrist, between the radius and the
ulna.
Indications:
Paralysis of the upper limb, temporal headache, ear
disorders, stiff neck. Wrist drop, writers cramps, alopecia.
LIV-13 Influential Point for the Yin organs. Mu-alarm

point of spleen
Location:
It is located at the free end of the 11th rib infront of GB - 25.
Indications:
Liver disorders, disorders of spleen. Diarrhea, abdominal
distention.
GB-26
Location: It is located at the level of the umbilicus, on a
vertical line drawn from the free end of the 11th rib.
Indications: Pelvic disorders, Costal pain, back pain.

Endomertitis, cystitis, lumbago, menstrual disorders,
cholecystitis, dysmenorrheal, menorrhagia, hemorrhage
and hepatitis.
Needling: 0.5 to 1.5 cun oblique.

GB-27
Location:
It is located at the level of Ren-4 in front of the anterior
superior iliac spine.
Indications:
Impotence, endometritis, orchitis, lumbago and lower
abdomen.
GB-28
Location:
It is located 0.5 cun anterior and inferior to GB-27.
Indications:
Constipation and pain in abdomen.
Needling: 1 cun perpendicular.
GB-29
Location:
It is located midway between anterior superior iliac spine
and superior border of greater trochanter.
Indications:
Pain and paralysis of the lower extremity, lumbago,
sciatica, disorders of the hip joint, orchitis and
endometriosis.
Needling: 1to 2 cun perpendicular.

UB-59
Location:
It is located 3 cun proximal to UB-60.
Indications:
Headache, lumbago, pain and swelling in the ankle region.
Location: UB-61
It is located directly below UB-60. 1.5 cun inferior to it, on

the posterior surface of the calcaneum and at the junction
of the red and white skin.
Indications:
Weakness and paralysis of the lower extremity, calcaneal
spur, plantar fasciitis, painful heel and ankle joint
disorders.
SI-10 Ah Shi point for cervical spondylosis

Location
It is at the lower border of the scapular spine, directly above
SI - 9 when the arm is adducted
Indications:
Pain and arthiritis of the shoulder joint, paralysis of upper
extremity and cervical spondylosis.
Needling:1 to 2 cun perpendicular.

Location: LI-15
It is located at the anterior depression lateral to the tip of

the acromion process.
Indications:
Disorders of the shoulder joint and the surrounding tissues.
Frozen shoulder, paralysis of upper arm.
Needling: 1 to1.5 cun deep, obliquely downward.
Location: LI-16
It is located in the depression between the acromioclavicular

joint and the spine of scapula, more closer to the
aromioclvicular joint.
Indications:
Pain in the shoulder joint, upper arm and back, periarthiritis
of shoulder and pruritus. Acute pain in the neck.
ST-4
Location:
It is located 0.4 cun lateral to the corner or the mouth.
Indications:
Facial paralysis, trigeminal neuralgia, excessive salivation,
cheilosis, speech difficulties, mutism, disorders of upper
teeth, anaesthesia for extraction of upper teeth.
Needling: 0.3 to 0.5 cun obliquely.or 2 to 3 cun insert
horizontally toward St-6.

ST-3
Location:
It is located below St-2, at the level of the lower border of
the ala nasi.
Indications:
Facial paralysis, trigeminal neuralgia, rhinitis, tooth
ache.
Needling: 0.3 to 0.5 cun obliquely.
Location: ST-1
It is located below the eyeball at the midpoint of the lower

margin of the orbit.
Indications:
Disorders of the eyes and eye-lids.
Needling: 0.3 to 0.5 cun perpendicularly. Insert the needle
along the floor of the orbit, with the patient’s eyeball turned
upwards.
UB-1
Location: It is located 0.1 cun medial and superior to the
inner canthus of the eye, near the medial border of the
orbit.
Indications:cDiseases of the eye.
Needling: 0.2 cun superficial. It is dangerous point insert
slowly. or give slight pressure through finger.

K-8
Location: It is located 0.5 cun anterior to K-7and 2 cun
proximal to K-3.
Indications:
Irregular menses, functional uterine hemorrhage, diarrhea,
constipation, pain and swelling in the testes.
K-2 Fire point of the meridian.

Location: It is located anterior and inferior to the
navicualar bone.
Indications:
Cystitis, vulval pruritus, diabetes insipidus, sore throat,
irregular menses, plantar fasciitis, sexual disorders like
oligospernia and sterility.
Location: ST-12
It is located in the supraclavicular fossa, on the mid point

of the superior border of the clavicle and is in the vertical
line with the nipple.
Indications:
Intercostal neuralgia, pleuritis, asthma, phargyngitis,
blood vessels be protected.

ST-9 Dangerous point ( very close to the carotid
vessels)
Location:
It is located on the anterior border of the sternomastoid
muscle, lateral to the thyroid cartilage, behind the common
carotid artery.
Indications:
Stammering, aphasia, dysarthria, hypertension, asthma,
sore throat.
GB-35
Location:
It is located on the line joining the tip of the lateral malleolus
to GB-34. It is 7 cun proximal to the lateral malleolus on
the anterior border of the fibula.
Indications:
Sciatica, pain in the leg and asthma.
Needling:
1 to 1.5 cun perpendicular.
UB-63 Xi-cleft point of the meridian
Location:
It is located on the anterior and inferior to UB-62 near the anterior
border of the calcaneum, posterior to 5th metatarsal bone.
Indications:
Pain in the ankle joint, epilepsy, convulsions, lumbago,
retention of urine and acute cystitis.
Needling:

LI-4 Yuan source point. Distal point
Location:
It is situated in the web between the forefinger and thumb
on the dorsal (posterior) aspect of the hand, and may be
located by one of 4 methods.
Indications:
Headache, toothache, migraine, trigeminal neuralgia, pain
and paralysis of the upper extremity, rhinitis, pharyngitis,
facial paralysis, gout, eye pain, hyperhydrosis and
hypohydrosis, mandibular arthritis, laryngitis, bronchitis,
all type of arthritis.
Needling:
TW-13
Location:
It is located 3 cun distal to TW-14.
Indications:
Pain in the arm shoulder and scapula.
Needling:
Location: TW-15
It is located midway between the tip of the acromion and

DU-14. One cun below GB-21 on the shoulder muscles.
Indications:
Pain in the neck and shoulder.

GB-21 Special Alarm point of Gall bladder. Endocrine
point
Location:
It is located midway between DU-14 and LI-15. (Directly
posterior to midpont of clavicle, halfway between it and the
superior border of the spine of the scapula.)
Indications:
Pain in the shoulder region, stiffness in the neck, cervical
spondylosis, hyperthyroidism, dysfunctional uterine
bleeding, endocrine disorders.
GV-15(DU)
Dangerous point
Location:
It is located at the nape of the neck on the midline, between
the dorsal spines of the 1st and 2nd cervical vertebrae.
Indications:
Deaf mutism, aphasia, aphonia, speech difficulties following
paralytic strokes.
Needling:
(Forbidden to needle and moxa)
If at all one decides to use this point, the patient should
be instructed to bend the neck slightly forwards, and the
needle should be inserted perpendicularly and slowly in
the direction the point of the chin. The depth of insertion
should not generally exceed 1 cun and no manipulation.
If any discomfort is felt theneedle should then be removed
immediately.

GV-16(DU) Dangerous point.
Location:
It is located in the depression directly below the occipital
protuberance in the midline ie., at the nape of the neck.
1 cun above the posterior hairline.
Indications:
Cold, headache, mental disorders, apoplexy.
Needling:
0.5 to 1.5 cun horizontal if at all one decides to use.
GB-20
Location:
It is located in the depression medial to the mastoid process
between the origins of the trapezius and sterno-mastoid
muscles.
Indications:
Occipital headache, common cold, influenza, stiff neck,
cervical spondylosis, vertigo, tinnitus, hypertension.
Needling: 0.5 to 1.5 cun oblique needle pointing towards
the opposite eye.
Location: GB-19
It is located 1.5 cun above GB-20 on the lateral side of the

external occipital protuberance.
Indications:
Headache, cervical spondylosis, stiff neck, asthma and
epistaxis.
Needling: 0.5 to 1 cun oblique.

Location: GB-13
It is located directly above the outer canthus of the eye, 0.5

cun inside the hair line.
Indications:
Epilepsy, stiff neck, cervical spondylosis, facial paralysis.
Needling: 0.5 to 0.8 cun horizontal.
K-9
Location:
It is located 5 cun proximal to K-3 and one cun posterior to
the medial border of tibia.
Indications:
Epilepsy, menstrual disorders, cramps.
Location: SP-13
It is located 0.7 cun above SP-12, 4 cun lateral to midline.

Close to femoral artery hence dangerous.
Indications:
Appendicitis, pain the abdomen, diarrhea, umbilical pain
and constipation.
Needling: 0.5 cun perpendicular.

SP-15
Location:
It is located 4 cun lateral to the umblicus (on the nippleline).
Indications:
Diarrhea, constipation, intestional paralysis, intestinal
parasitosis, dyspepsia.abdominal distention.
Needling: 1 cun perpendicular.
Location SP-16
It is located 3 cun above SP-15, 4 cun lateral to midline 2

cun lateral to ST-22.
Indications:
Abdominal pain, constipation, dysentry.
Alarm point for shoulder joint

LIV-14pain and forzen shoulder.
Location
It is located 7 cun proximal to LI - 11 on the line LI - 11 to
LI - 15. It lies on the border of the deltoid muscle.
Indications: Hepatitis,chest pain.
Needling: 0.5 cun horizontally and laterally along the skin.

Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam. IVID (Acu), Ph.D.
Summary
We have discussed so far the details of Eight Extraordinary
Meridians (Vessels) and finally I have summarized the
speciality of these Eight vessels and benefits to the human
society. The eight extraordinary meridians, pathways of
energy (qi), run deep within our bodies, and supply the 12
regular meridians with qi and blood, supporting our DNA or
genetic heritage.
By utilizing the points on the hands and feet associated
with each meridian pairing contra laterally, the practitioner
duplicates the flow of energy called the “microcosmic orbit”
in Oriental medicine; this can be likened to a figure 8 or the
infinity symbol.
transformational
The 8-Extra dynamics
Vessels
pertaining
reflect to humanity,
the evolutionary/
ethnicity
and gender. If certain things like diabetes, breast cancer or

heart disease “runs in your family,” 8-Extra therapy can work
against these conditions arising in yourself, 8-Extra therapy
can actually change your constitution, dealing with mutations
to DNA and RNA. It’s therefore the treatment of choice when
confronted with cases of cancer, AIDS, tropical diseases and
biological warfare.
chong Mai, is responsible for a person’s gender, ethnicity,
nature, disposition.
Ren Mai is responsible for the needs and also be a raw
material for the same (Yin).
Du Mai give construction (Yang).
Yang Wei Mai is acting with bodily functionings, external
climactic factors, i.e., permanent deviation of the mouth
Yin Wei Mai is acting with structural changes, Internal/
mental factors; it deals with the past and future issues of a
person’s inner life.

Yin Qiao Mai is acting with how one perceives themselves at
the present moment
Yang Qiao Mai pertains to how one perceives the world at the
present moment.
Dai Mai revolves around things – issues, emotions – a person
has held on to for a very long time, and not released
The 8-Extra Vessels derive their Qi from the Kidneys
and the Jing stored therein to support Post-Natal Qi . They
thereby play a major role in the cycles of growth, development,
maturity, conception and pregnancy. This is supported
via Blood and body fluids. The 8-Extras generate bone via
marrow. The 8-Extras nourish the brain. The 8-Extras have
a relationship with the Luo Vessels, Divergent Meridians, and
Yuan-source points, and relate to the Divergent Meridians
by way of the bones/joints (the yin of yang). Hence, these
eight meridians are revered in Oriental medicine as Precious,
Marvelous, Extraordinary, Curious, Amazing you name the
Superlative!.
Best Wishes by
Dr. P. Sivagnanam

Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam. IVID (Acu), Ph.D.
Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam MD(Acu), Ph.D.
Mobile : 919444391909
Email : ps@guruaam.com
,k. Website : www.guruaam.com
i Prof. Dr. P.Sivagnanam worked as Chief Manager in

State Bankoflndia.
d’ He was very much interested in alternative medicines,

He was motivataed by Chinese Acupuncture medicines.
Hejoined the course in ATAMA and got MD(Acu) , and
Ph.D. for research studies in Speciality of Extraordinary
Meridians from Open University Sri Lanka. He has
delivered speech in various topics in the International
Conference and Zonal Conferences conducted by
ATAMA.
He got Best Service Award by His Excellency Governor
of Tamilnadu, Dr. K. Rosaiah continuously for two years
2012 and 2013.
He has written books on "Extraordinary Meridians

Practical Approach" and "135* Important Acupuncture
Points" both in English and in Tamil. He is guest lecturer
in State Bank of India and Indian Bank, giving practical
guidance and lecture to the officials and staff members,
how to maintain good health with Acupressure /
Reflexology and home remedies without taking
medicines.
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Q) EXTRAORDINARY MRI

Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam MD(Acu), Ph.D.

Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam, MD (Acu), Ph.D.

Book Name : 8*Extraordinary Meridians

Writer Name : Prof. Dr. P. Sivagnanam. MD. (Acu), Ph.D.

Telephone : 04565-233735 / 238082

A person who loves the human society, will always

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Drugless Therapy is essential to the Human Society

I am very much delighted to write this book with my experience in

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5. Important Names of 8 Extra- Meridians 25

14. Microcosmic Orbit 34

HISTORY OF EXTRAORDINARY MERIDIANS

Prof. Dr. P.Sivagnanam. MD (Acu), Ph.D. 7

Twelve Primary Meridians & 2 Extra

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10 Prof. Dr. P.Sivagnanam. MD (Acu), Ph.D.

Lung Meridian Points – 11 Polarity – YIN

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Large Intestine Meridian Points– 20 Polarity – YANG

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Stomach Meridian Points - 45

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Spleen Meridian Points – 21. Polarity - YIN. Element - Earth

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Heart Meridian Points – 9. Polarity – YIN.

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Small Intestine Meridian Points - 19. Polarity – YANG.

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Urinary Bladder Meridian Points - 67.

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Kidney Meridian Points- 27. Plarity – YIN.

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Pericardium Meridian Points- 9. Polarity – YIN.

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Triple Warmer Meridian Points- 23. Polarity- YANG.

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Gall Bladder Meridian

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Liver Meridian Points- 14. Polarity- YIN.

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The Governing Vessel Unites the Yang Qi of the Whole Body.

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The Conception Vessel unites the Yin Qi of the whole body.

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Different Names of Eight Vessels/Meridians

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Main Physiological Functions

General Identity of Extraordinary Meridians

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Special features of Extraordinary Meridians

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Extraordinary Meridians Procedure to be

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THE EIGHT EXTRAORDINARY MERIDIANS

Important Functions of Extra vessels

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Du Mai Yang Qiao Mai SI-3 BL-62

Ren Mai Yin Qiao Mai LU-7 KI-6