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The concept of Meridians arises from techniques of chinese medicine like acupuncture and acupressure. The theory of both tell, that the bodies vital energy ('qi' in chinese translation) circles the body along specific channels, the meridians. The different meridians are interconnected. The theory behind acupuncture, acupressure and related techniques claims that diruptions of the bodies energy flow causes emotional and physical illnesses. To release those disruptions specific acupoints or tsubo on the meridians are stimulated via needles, pressure or other means.
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