If you have taken biology classes, you have likely read about ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate), the “energy currency” of our bodies. As you may recall, ATP resides within our cells and yields energy through its metabolic cycle to fuel vital cellular functions. When cells are stimulated or disturbed through an acupuncture session, ATP is known to […]
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Because of the distribution of Triple Warmer channel and Gallbladder channel, this combination covers most problems of the muscles and joints on the lateral side of the body. This point combination is essential for the treatment of neck pain, shoulder pain, and low back pain.
Anatomically, because of its location in the central and pivotal part of the body, this channel is important for the core stability. As shown in the illustration, the fine balance between the core extensor muscle group and the core flexor muscle group is kept in this area. The acupuncture point GB 34 (also named Tai Myaku) is frequently used to treat low back pain and rib pain for this reason.
In an acupuncture session, the practitioner often uses a channel that is seemingly unrelated to your complaints. Treating low back pain by using the gallbladder channel is a good example.