Following the Foot-Taiyin from toe to torso, and what it reveals about your wellness
If you’ve ever wondered how acupuncture works on more than just your pain — how it can help digestion, energy, emotional balance, and immunity — let me introduce you to one of the most powerful but often overlooked energy pathways in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM): the Spleen Meridian.
I’ve seen firsthand in my practice — especially with women in their 30s and 40s — how supporting the Spleen meridian can lead to real, visible changes: better digestion, stronger immunity, fewer cravings, and even calmer emotional states. Whether you’re receiving acupuncture in Studio City, Burbank, or one of our nearby locations, understanding this meridian helps you understand your body on a whole new level.
📍 What Is the Spleen Meridian?
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the Spleen is more than just a physical organ — it’s an energetic system responsible for digesting food, transforming nutrients into energy (Qi), and supporting blood production and immune health.
The Spleen meridian (Foot-Taiyin) consists of 21 acupuncture points and starts at the medial tip of the big toe, traveling along the inside of the foot, ankle, inner leg, and through the abdomen and chest. It moves all the way up to the 2nd intercostal space and finishes below the axilla, near the 11th rib.
When you trace this line on the body, you can literally feel the connection between your digestion, circulation, and emotional state.
🔄 Why Does the Spleen Meridian Matter?
Here’s why this pathway is vital to your well-being:
- 1. It Regulates Digestion & Nutrient Absorption
In TCM, the Spleen transforms the food you eat into Qi and blood. When it’s weak, you may feel bloated, tired, or crave sugar — something we often address during acupuncture in Burbank or acupuncture in Sherman Oaks sessions. - 2. It Helps Build Strong Immunity A healthy Spleen Qi supports blood production and defends the body from pathogens. Weak Spleen energy can show up as frequent illness, bruising, or sluggish recovery
- 3. It Supports Emotional Balance
- In TCM, the Spleen is associated with worry and overthinking. If your mind feels scattered or overwhelmed — especially during hormonal changes — supporting the Spleen can be grounding and soothing
How We Stimulate the Spleen Meridian in AcupunctureDuring treatments at Alternative Health Care Concepts, we may use specific Spleen meridian points depending on what your body needs. Whether you’re coming in for acupuncture in Toluca Lake, Hollywood, or Studio City, we tailor your session based on your body’s signals.
For example:
- SP 6 (Sanyinjiao): A powerful point that harmonizes digestion, supports reproductive health, and calms the mind
- SP 9 (Yinlingquan): Helps reduce bloating, fluid retention, and supports metabolism
- SP 21 (Dabao): Known as the “Great Embracement,” it connects the body’s surface and interior energy — powerful for fatigue and body-wide tension
These points don’t just relieve physical symptoms — they help retrain your energy system to work more efficiently and harmoniously.
🌸 My Observations with Clients
I’ve worked with clients who initially came in for reflux, fatigue, or anxiety. After a few sessions targeting the Spleen meridian, they often report:
- More energy after meals
- Fewer sugar cravings
- Improved menstrual cycles
- Less brain fog and emotional overwhelm
It’s not magic — it’s the body rebalancing itself, with just the right nudges in the right places.
Small Channels, Big Shifts
The Spleen meridian may seem like just another line on a chart, but in real life, it’s a roadmap to vitality. When you support this system, you’re nourishing the parts of yourself that digest life, process emotions, and keep your energy grounded.
📍 Whether you’re near Toluca Lake, Sherman Oaks, or getting your care in Studio City or Burbank, our team is here to help you reconnect with your body’s own healing intelligence.
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