SMALL INTESTINE Flashcards
study SI channel heavy hitters
In which pathway(s) does the SI channel cross the Heart?
Primary, Luo & Divergent Pathways
What are some of the pathologies associated with the Primary pathway of the SI channel?
Deafness, yellow sclera, pain along the the posterior border of the lateral aspect of the shoulder & upper arm.
Which organs does the SI channel go through?
Heart, Stomach & S.I.
Which parts of the body are affected the most when it comes to the SI channel?
Eyes & Ears
What is a pathology associated with the Luo pathway of the SI channel?
warts
Which pathway(s) of the SI channel go to the outer canthus of the eye?
1st branch of the primary pathway & sinew pathway
What is the organ associated with the Hand Taiyang?
Small Intestine
Which point is the confluent/master point of the Governing vessel?
SI-3 (HOUXI) “Back Stream”
What is the Ying Spring point of the SI channel?
SI-2 (QIANGU) “Front Valley”
What is the #1 Point for Mastitis?
SI-1 (SHAOZE) “Lesser Marsh”
Which SI point can be especially helpful for back pain? This can also be combined with UB-62 to support this function.
SI-3 (HOUXI) “Back Stream”
This point regulates the Du & can assist with many pathologies associated with the Du.
SI-3 (HOUXI) “Back Stream”
What is a good point for the elderly demographic & benefits eye conditions (macular degeneration)?
SI-6 (YANGLAO) “Support the Aged”
This point can assist with febrile diseases with anhidrosis (the pathogen is in the Taiyang & still remains in the Exterior). We also consider this as the Yuan Source point of the SI channel.
SI-4 (WANGU) (WRIST BONE)
While this isn’t a commonly used point in the clinic, this is the Jing River point of the SI.
SI-5 (YANGGU) “Yang Valley”
What is the Xi Cleft point of the the SI channel?
SI-6 (YANGLAO) “Support the Aged”
What two points can be useful for headaches in the SI channel?
SI-4 & SI-3 (vertex H/A)
What is the Yuan Source of the SI channel?
SI-4 (WANGU) “Wrist Bone”
What is the Luo-connecting point of the SI channel? What is a biomedical phenomenon it aids with (i.e. babies & adults)?
SI-7 (ZHIZHENG) “Branch of the Upright”; Torticollis
What is the He-Sea point of the SI channel?
SI-8 (XIAOHAI) “Small Sea”
This point can be helpful for swelling of cheeks.
SI-8 (XIAOHAI) “Small Sea”
This point expels wind and helps the shoulder (Biomedical: frozen shoulder & rotator-cuff release)
SI-9 (JIANZHEN) “True Shoulder”
Which point benefits the shoulder and is called the “Upper Arm Shu?”
SI-10 (NAOSHU)
A well-used point; alleviates pain and benefits the breasts; Biomedical - pain is in the scapularis
SI-11 (TIANZONG) “Heavenly Gathering”
Which points are generally great for local shoulder and scapular pain?
SI-13 (QUYUAN), SI-14 (JIANWAISHU), & SI-15 (JIANZHONGSHU)
Which specific points can support the ears, throat, & voice?
SI-16 (TIANCHUANG) & SI-17 (TIANRONG)
This point is found to reduce swelling and clear heat & is the meeting point of SI & SJ channels.
SI-18 (QUANLIAO) “Cheek Bone Crevice”
This is the Exit point of the SI channel & is especially helpful for deafness & tinnitus.
SI-19 (TINGGONG) “Palace of Hearing”
This point is the Jing Well point of the SI & benefits the sensory orifices.
SI-1 (SHAOZE) “Lesser Marsh”
This point (on SI channel) is found to be useful for malaria.
SI-3 (HOUXI) “Back Stream”
