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Acupuncture seeks to optimize the flow of Qi by stimulating certain points along the minute energy channels known as meridians, through which Qi flows

There are 365 points on the main meridians

There are hundreds of other points on the secondary meridians

The meridians occur symmetrically on both sides of the body

There are 12 main meridians forming an energy circuit throughout the body (as previously discussed)

There are 8 extraordinary meridians which act as alternate pathways if there is a problem in the main meridian

Each meridian is associated with an organ

If an organ is removed, the meridian still exists

The main meridians are: lung, large intestine, stomach, spleen, heart, small intestine, bladder, kidney, pericardium, triple warmer, gallbladder and liver