The Lung Meridian of Hand - Taiyin originates from the middle jiao, running downward to connect with the large intestine. Winding back, it goes along the upper orifice of the stomach, passes through the diaphragm, and enters the lung, its pertaining organ. From the lung system, which refers to the portion of the lung communicating with the throat, it comes out transversely ( Zhongfu, L 1 ) . Descending along the medial aspect of the upper arm, it passes in front of the Heart Meridian of Hand - Shaoyin and the Pericardium Meridian of Hand - Jueyin, and reaches the cubital fossa. Then it goes continuously downward along the anterior border of the radial side in the medial aspect of the forearm and enters cunkou ( the radial artery at the wrist for pulse palpation ) . Passing the thenar eminence, it goesalong its radial border, ending at the medial side of the tip of the thumb ( Shaoshang, L II ) . The branch proximal to the wrist emerges from Lieque ( L 7 ) and runs directly to the radial side of the tip of the index finger ( Shangyang, L11 ) where it links with the Large Intestine Meridian of Hand - Yangming. Symptoms: Disorders of the Lung Meridian lead to diseases related to TCM lung dysfunction. According to TCM, the lung rules and regulates qi throughout the body and administers respiration (breathing). In addition, the lung moves and adjusts the water channels, so disorders of this meridian may be related to disharmony of lung fluid or "water" and respiratory disorders. Symptoms like chest discomfort with a fullness sensation, dyspnea (shortness of breath), cough, and wheezing indicate Lung Meridian disharmony. This disharmony can also lead to pain along the meridian position. For example, a person may feel pain in the shoulder and back or along the anterior border of the medial aspect of the arm. Main indications: Acupuncture points in the Lung Meridian are indicated for throat, chest and lung ailments and for other symptoms that are presented along the meridian's pathway.
