What is Lung Channel of Hand Taiyin?

Shǒu Tài Yīn Fèi Jīng · 手太阴肺经 · Channels & Vessels

This channel originates in the middle Jiao, descends to the large intestine, and then ascends to the stomach, diaphragm, and lungs, eventually emerging on the chest and running along the inner arm to the thumb.

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Lung Channel of Hand Taiyin belongs to the Channels & Vessels group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

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Bladder Channel of Foot TaiyangChong Mai (Penetrating Vessel)Dai Mai (Belt Vessel)Du Mai (Governing Vessel)Eight Extraordinary VesselsGallbladder Channel of Foot ShaoyangHeart Channel of Hand ShaoyinKidney Channel of Foot ShaoyinLarge Intestine Channel of Hand YangmingLiver Channel of Foot JueyinLuo Mai (Collaterals)Pericardium Channel of Hand JueyinRen Mai (Conception Vessel)San Jiao Channel of Hand Shaoyang

Frequently asked questions

What is Lung Channel of Hand Taiyin in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

This channel originates in the middle Jiao, descends to the large intestine, and then ascends to the stomach, diaphragm, and lungs, eventually emerging on the chest and running along the inner arm to the thumb.

What category does Lung Channel of Hand Taiyin belong to?

Lung Channel of Hand Taiyin is part of the Channels & Vessels group of TCM concepts.

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