The heart Meridian of Hand - Shaoyin

The Heart Meridian of Hand - Shaoyin originates from the heart. Emerging, it spreads over the " heart system " ( the tissues connecting the heart with the ether zang - fu organs ) ( 1 ) . It passes through the diaphragm to connect with the small intestine ( 2 ) .

The ascending portion of the meridian from the " heart system " ( 3 ) runs alongside the esophagus ( 4 ) to connect with the " eye system " ( i.e., the tissues connecting the eyes with the brain ) ( 5 ) .

The slight portion of the meridian from the " heart system " goes upward to the lung ( 6 ) . Then it follows downward and emerges from the axilla ( Jiquan, H 1 ) . From there it goes along the posterior border of the medial aspect of the upper arm behind the Lung