What is Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel)?

Yīn Wéi Mài · 阴维脉 · Channels & Vessels

This vessel originates on the medial aspect of the leg and ascends through the abdomen and chest, connecting and integrating all the Yin channels, particularly influencing the heart and emotions.

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Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking 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 Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel) in Traditional Chinese Medicine?

This vessel originates on the medial aspect of the leg and ascends through the abdomen and chest, connecting and integrating all the Yin channels, particularly influencing the heart and emotions.

What category does Yin Wei Mai (Yin Linking Vessel) belong to?

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

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