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Spleen Meridian (Tai Yin)

SP Zu Tai Yin Pi Jing 足太阴脾经 Aarde Tai Yin 📍 21 points ➡️ Voet → Borst 🔗 Paired with ST 🕐 09:00–11:00

Introduction & pathophysiology

The Spleen Meridian (Tai Yin) regulates blood formation, the immune system, and digestion. In dysfunction, we see fatigue, paleness, weak muscles, edema, abdominal pain, diarrhea, and gynecological issues. The 21 points run from the big toe via the trunk to the armpit. The peak hour is from 09:00 to 11:00.

Functions within TCM

1. Regulates digestion and absorption
2. Produces Qi and Blood
3. Controls muscles and limbs
4. Regulates water metabolism
5. Holds Blood in vessels

Clinical applications

**Digestive:** Bloating, diarrhea, anorexia
**Gynecology:** Menstrual disorders, leukorrhea
**Immunity:** Fatigue, paleness, weak muscles
**Fluids:** Edema, heavy sensation
**Bleeding:** Bruising, anemia

Primary dysfunction patterns

Spleen Qi deficiencyFatigue, paleness, weak musclesSpleen Yang deficiencyCold hands/feet, edema, diarrheaDamp SpleenHeavy sensation, phlegm, poor digestionSpleen prolapseOrgan prolapse, urinary incontinence

Key points

SP-6Gynecology, urine, digestionSP-9Edema, urinary retention, diarrheaSP-10Skin conditions, eczema, bloodSP-15Abdominal pain, constipation, diarrheaSP-21Fatigue, low energy

Point selection per pattern

Spleen Qi deficiencySP-3, SP-6ST-36, CV-6Spleen Yang deficiencySP-6(moxa), SP-9(moxa)CV-4(moxa)Damp SpleenSP-9, ST-40BL-20Spleen prolapseSP-1, SP-3CV-12, ST-36

All points of the Spleen Meridian (Tai Yin)

SP-1

Hidden White

Yinbai

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-2

Great Pool

Dadu

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-3

Great White

Taibai

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-4

Grandfather Grandson

Gongsun

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-5

Metal Mound

Shangqiu

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-6

Three Yin Intersection

Sanyinjiao

📍 On the medial lower leg, 3 cun above the medial malleolus, posterior to the tibia

💊 Gynecological disorders (dysmenorrhea, irregular menstruation, infertility), insomnia, digestive issues, urinary problems, diabetes

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SP-7

Leaking Valley

Lougu

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-8

Earth Cure

Diji

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-9

Yin Mound Spring

Yinlingquan

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-10

Sea of Blood

Xuehai

📍 On the thigh, 2 cun above the medial patella, in the bulge of the vastus medialis muscle

💊 Skin disorders (urticaria, eczema, acne), knee pain, menstrual disorders, anemia, blood disorders, bi|tches

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SP-11

Separation Gate

Jimen

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-12

Surging Gate

Chongmen

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-13

Bowel Abode

Fushe

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-14

Abdomen Stagnation

Fujie

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-15

Great Horizontal

Daheng

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-16

Abdomen Suffering

Fuai

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-17

Food Cavity

Shidou

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-18

Celestial Cleft

Tianxi

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-19

Chest Village

Xiongxiang

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-20

Complete Nourishment

Zhourong

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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SP-21

Great Embrace

Dabao

📍 Along the Spleen meridian pathway on the foot, leg, abdomen, chest

💊 Digestive disorders, fatigue, edema, gynecological disorders, urinary problems, limb weakness

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Contraindications & safety

SP-6Contraindicated during pregnancySP-9Avoid with coagulation disordersSP-17 to SP-21Pneumothorax risk

Relation with other meridians

Exterior-interior with Stomach (ST)
Cooperation with Kidney (KI) for fluids
Reinforcing back points: BL-20, BL-19

Clinical notes

Spleen time: 09:00-11:00
Best time for study and concentration
SP-6 is the most important gynecology point

Comorbidity & drug interactions

AntibioticsMay reduce SP warmth - support with SP-6ImmunosuppressantsWorsen SP deficiency - use cautionBlood thinnersIncrease bruising - avoid SP-10

Prognostic signs

Weak pulse at SP-3|Chronic fatigue - long treatment
Slippery pulse|Good response to moxa
Deep, slow pulse|Cold - slow progress

Conclusion

The Spleen Meridian is the foundation for good digestion, blood formation, and immunity.