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What are the 12 meridians?

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Robert Miller

Published Mar 02, 2026

What are the 12 meridians?

The 12 Meridians:

  • Lung Meridian.
  • Large Intestine Meridian.
  • Stomach Meridian.
  • Spleen Meridian.
  • Heart Meridian.
  • Small Intestine Meridian.
  • Bladder Meridian.
  • Kidney Meridian.

Where are the 12 meridian points?

In total, there are 12 meridians on each side of the body: 3 yin meridians (heart, lung, and pericardium) and 3 yang meridians (small intestine, large intestine, and sanjiao) of the arm, 3 yin meridians (liver, kidney, spleen) and 3 yang meridians (urinary bladder, gall bladder, and stomach) of the leg.

What is the Triple Warmer meridian?

Triple Warmer is the meridian that controls our fight, flight, or freeze response. According to Donna Eden, author of Energy Medicine, the triple warmer impacts the immune system and our ability to manage stress. When it is activated, the body is on high alert.

Is Shiatsu the same as acupressure?

First, shiatsu is a holistic discipline that approaches treatment by considering the whole body, whereas acupressure, in most cases, chooses to treat a few points only. Finally, shiatsu uses the whole weight of one’s body to apply pressure, whereas acupressure uses, in part, the strength of one’s arms or hands.

How do you stimulate meridians?

Like acupuncture, which uses tiny needles, acupressure stimulates the body at certain meridians, or pressure points….“The first and easiest to find is between the web of the thumb and the first finger,” he says.

  1. Press with a firm pressure until you feel a mild.
  2. Hold for five seconds.
  3. Release and repeat three more times.

Why do meridians get blocked?

The meridian system is like a network. Meridian blockage can be caused externally by excessive cold, wind, dampness, dryness, fire (heat) or injury. It also can be caused by emotions such as anger, sadness, fear, stress or depression, as well as an organ deficiency or malfunction.

What meridian is the ring finger?

In Chakra or Energy Healing, the ring finger is associated with the deep liver meridian and the earth element.

What causes a meridian to be out of balance?

Meridian Imbalance Typically, a single meridian may have too much or not enough energy flow which thereby affects all 12 meridians. The causes of meridian imbalances are numerous: physical injury, dietary excesses, emotional stress, etc.

What are the two main techniques used in Shiatsu?

The techniques used in shiatsu include stretching, holding, and most commonly, leaning body weight into various points along key channels.” The practice of shiatsu is based on the traditional Chinese concept of qi, which is sometimes described as an “energy flow”.

How do I get certified in acupressure?

How to Become an Acupressure Therapist. Many colleges and health care centers in India are offering diploma, degree, postgraduate diploma courses in Acupressure/ massage therapy. A pass in senior secondary or any other equivalent examination is the minimum eligibility for studying this course.

What is the Shiatsu chart of meridians and Hara diagnosis?

Shiatsu Chart of Meridians and Hara Diagnosis Unique reference chart for Shiatsu and Massage Practitioners. Shiatsu chart showing the twelve main meridians, Governing vessel and conception vessel. Starting and ending locations for each meridian, five element relationships and time of day when each meridian is most active.

How many meridians are used in shiatsu massage?

There are 12 meridians used in shiatsu massage. Here is a chart of the meridians of the body: *Pericardium meridian is the heart governor. It regulates circulation and sexual energy. This function gathers from the environment and circulates into the body. (Only humans have this)

What is Shiatsu and how does it work?

Applying pressure to the shiatsu meridians and points relieves common ailments and conditions by helping the organs receive and release energy. This creates balance in the body and promotes healing. (Shiatsu meridians and points are used in acupuncture as well). Another unique approach is barefoot shiatsu.

What is Shiatsu acupuncture?

This creates balance in the body and promotes healing. (Shiatsu meridians and points are used in acupuncture as well). Another unique approach is barefoot shiatsu. In this practice, the practitioner uses their feet to apply pressure on the meridian and points as the client is laying down.