Understanding Extrameridian Points in Traditional Chinese Medicine

Extrameridian refers to a location or structure that is outside of the meridian, which is an imaginary line or channel through which energy or information flows in traditional Chinese medicine. In this context, "extrameridian" suggests that the location or structure being referred to is not directly connected to the meridian system, but may still be influenced by it or have some relationship to it.

For example, an extrameridian point might be a location on the body where energy is believed to converge or diverge from the meridian system, or where the flow of energy is thought to be particularly strong or influential. These points are often used in acupuncture and other forms of traditional Chinese medicine to help balance the flow of energy in the body and promote healing.