Meridians
The links between the systems
The Neurological Integration System tests and corrects imbalances in the naturopathic triangle of physical, chemical and emotional aspects of health.
- NIS also uses information from the meridian system (as used in chinese traditional medicine and acupunture).
Any of the 'sides of the naturopathic triangle' or meridians can manifest
as symptoms in any of the other dimensions
How physical dysfunction affects the whole body
For example: a person who sits in front of a computer for long periods without getting up regularly to move and stretch, can develop short and tight psoas muscles (which are kidney meridian muscles).
Structurally:
this person may experience a gradual onset of lower back pain (psoas muscles have a huge impact on lower back health).
On an emotional level:
they may experience more
anxiety (the
emotional state associated with the kidney meridian).
And because all the meridians are connected in a circular flow of energy,
a build up in one can affect the others.
In our example, neck muscles associated with the kidney meridian (the intertransversarii) may result a stiff neck. Other neck muscles (the flexors and extensors of the neck) are on the stomach meridian.
This might result in an irritated stomach meridian, resulting in discomfort with that persons digestion e.g. heartburn, or reflux.
Or drinking too much coffee, whilst sitting long hours at the desk, could cause an over-activation of the triple warmer meridian – specifically the adrenal glands; which can cause the sartorius, hamstrings, and calf muscles to become hypertonic; resulting in any combination of groin/hip pain, knee pain, and/or achilles tendon pain.
The Meridians: time of maximum activity and associated symptoms
Bladder (B) 3-5 pm.
bladder problems, headache, eye diseases, neck and back problems, pain along the back of the leg
Circulation (C) 7-9 pm.
poor circulation, angina, palpitation, diseases of the sexual glands and organs, irritability, pain along the course of the meridian
Conception (Co)
diseases of the urogenital system, hernia, cough, breathing difficulties, breast problems
Gall bladder (G) 11 pm-1 am
Gall bladder problems, ear diseases, migraine, hip problems, dizziness, pain along the meridian
Gland Meridian (Gd) 9-11 pm (Triple Warmer)
diseases of the thyroid and adrenal glands, ear problems, sore throat, abdominal distension, oedema, swelling of cheek, pain along the meridian
Governing Meridian (Gv)
spinal problems, mental disorders, fever, nose problems, headaches
Heart (H) 11 am-1 pm
heart problems, dryness of the throat, jaundice, pain along the course of the meridian
Kidney(K) 5-7 pm
kidney problems, lung problems, dry tongue, lumbago, oedema, constipation, diarrhoea, pain and weakness along the course of the meridian
Large Intestine (Li) 5-7 am
abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, sore throat, toothache in the lower gum, nasal discharge and bleeding, pain along the course of the meridian
Liver (Lv) 1-3 am
liver problems, lumbago, vomiting, hernia, urination problems, pain in the lower abdomen and along the course of the meridian
Lung (L) 3-5 am
respiratory diseases, sore throat, cough, common cold, pain in the shoulder and along the meridian
Small Intestine (Si) 1-3 pm
pain in the lower abdomen, sore throat, swelling or paralysis of face, deafness, pain along the meridian
Spleen (Sp) 9-11 am
problems of the spleen and pancreas, abdominal distension, jaundice, general weakness and sluggishness, tongue problems, vomiting, pain and swellings along the course of the meridian
Stomach (S) 7-9 am
stomach problems, abdominal pain, distension, edema, vomiting, sore throat, facial paralysis, upper gum toothache, nose bleeding, pain along the meridian
Julia Williams
Julia Williams is an osteopath and naturopath with over 27 years clinical practice, with a particular expertise in long-standing or difficult cases of back or joint pains.
She is passionate about helping people realise their optimum health potential. I use Tai Chi in my daily practice to assist clients in recovering from injury or who wish to improve their body-mind balance and awareness.
Julia sees patients in my clinics in London as well as visiting yards around the UK as an equine osteopath.
Registered Osteopath
The General Osteopathic Council (GOsC) regulates the practice of osteopathy in the United Kingdom. By law, osteopaths must be registered with the GOsC in order to practise in the UK.
Julia Williams is a member of the Institute of Osteopathy (iO). The iO is the largest membership body of osteopaths in the UK and works to support, unite, develop and promote the osteopathic profession for the benefit of patient health.
Julia Williams is registered with the health agency of the French region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine, ADELI number: 170004428
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