The Outer Line as Guardian of the Inner: a Neuroevolutionary and Classical Perspective on the 3-cun Urinary Bladder Line in Chinese Medicine

Posted on by Monica Ander, RTCMP, R.Ac, D.OMP

In the study of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), certain anatomical and theoretical structures captivate both the imagination and intellect of students. Among them, the Urinary Bladder (UB) channel’s dual trajectories along the spine—at 1.5 cun and 3 cun lateral to the posterior midline—invite both reverence and curiosity. Particularly, the outer line at 3 cun appears … Continue reading The Outer Line as Guardian of the Inner: a Neuroevolutionary and Classical Perspective on the 3-cun Urinary Bladder Line in Chinese Medicine

Fascial rolling for Muscle Pain

Posted on by Monica Ander, RTCMP, R.Ac, D.OMP

Fascial rolling with a foam roller, tennis balls, or a lacrosse ball can be an extremely effective tool for pain relief. It is a great supplement in between your Osteopathy, massage, or Acupuncture treatments. Having said that, from talking to patients in clinic about this topic over the years, there are common mistakes that can … Continue reading Fascial rolling for Muscle Pain