Understanding Spleen Qi Vacuity from a Meridian Based Perspective
Spleen qi vacuity is a common syndrome encountered in clinic that has many causes. By integrating a meridian based perspective into our way of understanding this pattern we are able to gain deep insights into selecting the best point prescriptions.
In a meridian based perspective such as taught in Meridian Circuit Systems we are able to see that the spleen forms several circuits that may be out of balance in this pattern.
In a meridian based perspective such as taught in Meridian Circuit Systems we are able to see that the spleen forms several circuits that may be out of balance in this pattern.
Spleen Qi Deficiency Circuits
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Tai Yin - Tai Yang Circuit
Sp - Lu
- - Si - Ub |
As taught in Meridian Circuit Systems we always ask the patient what their top three health concerns are, as this helps us to determine the best course of action to take. I will not elaborate on this here, but it is important to keep in mind that our treatment should proceed along the lines of understanding the client's top 3 concerns.
The Tai Yin - Yang Ming Circuit for Spleen Qi Vacuity with Lung Imbalances
In the Tai Yin - Yang Ming Circuit clients will present with spleen qi vacuity digestive problems and lung symptoms or patterns as well. Spleen and lung vacuity occurring together are common, and when we see this in clinic we can usually confine our point prescriptions to the Sp, Lu, St, and Li meridians.
Earth - Fire Circuit for Yang / Fire Vacuity, and Heart Syndromes Occurring with Spleen Vacuity
The pericardium and san jiao channels have several points that benefit the digestive system. When a client presents with fire or yang vacuity, heart problems, and spleen qi vacuity, it is important to use these meridians rather than some of the other circuits that are formed with the spleen meridian. This circuit can be used in cases of spleen and heart vacuity and is useful for many conditions, patterns and symptoms.
The Tai Yang - Tai Yin Connection
It is not uncommon to see clients that have a spleen qi vacuity pattern and back or neck pain. Although not always necessarily related, digestive and spinal conditions are common things we find in clinic. When a client's top 3 concerns involve spleen qi vacuity, and symptoms in the tai yang channels, it is usually best to use this circuit. In addition, we know the UB back shu points can be used to treat vacuity patterns, and some of the lung points are beneficial for the neck and back.
By using circuit theory to better understand zang-fu syndromes we can develop more holistic treatment strategies based on the client's top 3 concerns. To learn more about these topics go to:
Meridian Circuit Systems
Tai Yin
Tai Yang
Shao Yang
By using circuit theory to better understand zang-fu syndromes we can develop more holistic treatment strategies based on the client's top 3 concerns. To learn more about these topics go to:
Meridian Circuit Systems
Tai Yin
Tai Yang
Shao Yang