What is Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel)?

Yīn Qiáo Mài · 阴跷脉 · Channels & Vessels

This vessel originates at the heel and ascends along the medial aspect of the leg, abdomen, and chest, influencing the movement and balance of the body, particularly related to sleep and eye function.

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Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) belongs to the Channels & Vessels group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.

Related Channels & Vessels terms

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 JueyinLung Channel of Hand TaiyinLuo Mai (Collaterals)Pericardium Channel of Hand JueyinRen Mai (Conception Vessel)

Frequently asked questions

What is Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

This vessel originates at the heel and ascends along the medial aspect of the leg, abdomen, and chest, influencing the movement and balance of the body, particularly related to sleep and eye function.

What category does Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) belong to?

Yin Qiao Mai (Yin Motility Vessel) is part of the Channels & Vessels group of TCM concepts.

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