What is Qi (Chi) and how does it travel?
At the core of this ancient medicine is the philosophy that Qi (pronounced Chee ), Life Force, flows throughout the body. Qi helps to move the bodily functions and protect it from illness and disease. A person’s health is influenced by the quality, quantity and balance of Qi. Qi circulates through specific pathways called meridians (or channels.) There are 14 major meridians throughout the body and many other collateral meridians that are connected to specific parts of the body. Meridian pathways are like rivers. Where a river flows, it transports life-giving water that nourishes the land, plants and animals. In the same way, meridian pathways transport Qi (life force) to provide energy to every cell, organ, gland, tissue and muscle for the body to function properly. When Qi flows freely throughout the body, one feels healthy and enjoys good physical, mental and emotional well-being. An obstruction of Qi anywhere in the body is like a dam, backing up the flow in one area and restrictin
