Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian (Zú Juéyīn Gānjīng, 足厥阴肝经) is a primary channel in acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine, associated with the Wood phase, Yin in polarity, interiorly-exteriorly paired with the Gallbladder. The Liver channel is responsible for the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body, regulating digestion, emotional balance, and menstruation.
| Chinese | 足厥阴肝经 |
| Pinyin | Zú Juéyīn Gānjīng |
| Group | primary |
| Element | Wood |
| Yin / Yang | Yin |
| Organ | Liver |
| Paired organ | Gallbladder |
| Organ clock | 1am-3am |
| Number of points | 14 |
The Liver primary channel begins at the dorsal aspect of the great toe (LR1), ascends along the medial aspect of the foot and leg, crossing the Spleen channel at SP6. It continues up the medial thigh to the pubic region, where it encircles the external genitalia. From there, it ascends to the lower abdomen, curves around the stomach, and enters the Liver, connecting with the Gallbladder. It then continues upwards through the diaphragm, spreads in the costal and hypochondriac regions, and ascends along the lateral aspect of the throat to the nasopharynx, connecting with the eyes. Finally, it emerges on the forehead and ascends to the vertex of the head, meeting the Du Mai.
The Liver channel is responsible for the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body, regulating digestion, emotional balance, and menstruation. It stores Blood and governs the sinews, influencing flexibility and vision. Its proper function ensures harmonious physiological processes and emotional well-being.
Disorders of the Liver channel often manifest as emotional disturbances like irritability, anger, and depression, along with headaches, dizziness, and blurred vision. Physical symptoms can include hypochondriac pain, abdominal distention, menstrual irregularities, and issues with the sinews such as spasms or tremors. Jaundice and genital pain may also indicate channel imbalance.
The Liver primary channel begins at the dorsal aspect of the great toe (LR1), ascends along the medial aspect of the foot and leg, crossing the Spleen channel at SP6. It continues up the medial thigh to the pubic region, where it encircles the external genitalia. From there, it ascends to the lower abdomen, curves around the stomach, and enters the Liver, connecting with the Gallbladder. It then continues upwards through the diaphragm, spreads in the costal and hypochondriac regions, and ascends along the lateral aspect of the throat to the nasopharynx, connecting with the eyes. Finally, it emerges on the forehead and ascends to the vertex of the head, meeting the Du Mai.
The Liver channel is responsible for the smooth flow of Qi throughout the body, regulating digestion, emotional balance, and menstruation. It stores Blood and governs the sinews, influencing flexibility and vision. Its proper function ensures harmonious physiological processes and emotional well-being.
The Liver Channel of Foot Jueyin Meridian has 14 acupuncture points, from LR1 to LR14.