Im Maek path as detailed in the Nan Ching
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Primary path

Originates at ming men and passes through the uterus and connects with CV 1. Then it follows the ren meridian up to CV 24. Along the path it connects internally with the SP, LV and KD meridians. At CV 24 a second branch rises upwards and encircles the mouth and then rises to the eyes at ST 1. A separate branche originates in the pelvic cavity and rises up along the back.

In the Ling Shu it starts in the Danjeun and is linked to all Um paths, acting as Um Ki deposit.

The alchemical practice permits to link the Tok Maek and the Im Maek at the top and the bottom, to permit Ki cycling and distribution.

Function

It is the "Sea of Um ", influencing the um, essence and fluids. Regulates female cycles and reproduction. Affects male genitalia and sexual desire. And regulates the gastrointestinal function. Has effects over thorax, abdomen, genitals, throat, chest, lungs endocrine, urinary and digestive systems

Specifications

	Number of points	24
	Energy	Um
	Related Ki path	GV
	Paired Ki path	Um Gyo Maek

Special Point

Master Point: LU7

Coupled Point: KI6

Connecting point:CV5

Points intersecting GV: ST1 and GV28

Intersecting poins with other Ki paths

• ST:GV12, GV13and GV24
• SP: CV3,CV4, CV10 and CV17
• SI: GV12, CV13 and CV17
• KI: GV3, GV4 and GV17
• TW: GV12 and GV17
• LV: GV2,GV3 and GV4
• CV: GV1
• Yang Yu Mark: GV1 and GV7
• Yang Gyo Maek: GV22 and GV23