The Large Intestine Meridian starts from the tip of the index finger and runs in line with this finger up to the shoulder where it branches and runs internally to the lungs, diaphragm and large intestine and externally up to the neck, cheek and lower teeth and gums, from there it curves around the upper lip to the opposite side of the nose. According Chinese Therapy disharmony of the Large Intestine Meridian can lead to symptoms of abdominal pain, intestinal cramping and elimination problems. Because of its pathway through the mouth and around the nose symptoms like toothache, a runny nose, nosebleeds and pain or heat along the meridian pathway can also indicate a disorder in this meridian.
Straight Jacket Pose
Straight Jacket Pose
- Stand comfortably and relax.
- Place the left hand onto the right shoulder and reach it round behind as far as it will go.
- Place the right arm over the top and onto or around the back of the left shoulder.
- Lift the elbows to upper chest height.
- Keep your head facing forward and lower your left ear to your left shoulder.
- Stay and breathe for at least 5 breaths and repeat with the left arm on top and the head tilting to the right.
