Welcome back to another Ask the Doctors Q&A!
This month, Dr. Karen Kan and Dr. Dennis explored how traditional Chinese medicine (TCM), acupuncture-point awareness, and LifeWave phototherapy patches can be incorporated into a personalized wellness routine.
Our conversation touched on the Lung, Spleen, and Stomach meridians, the importance of relaxation during stressful seasons, and the beautiful wisdom of the five-element system.
As always, our goal is to make these concepts accessible, practical, and empowering so you can explore what resonates with your own wellness journey.
What's New? A Few Highlights from the LifeWave Convention
Before diving into questions, Dr. Karen shared some interesting announcements from the recent LifeWave convention.
One topic was the possibility of future frequency-selection technology associated with LifeWave’s X2O water system. Another was a proposed handheld energy-assessment device, sometimes referred to as the Corpus Analyzer, designed to explore energetic patterns.
Both were discussed as technologies under development or evaluation, rather than established clinical tools.
Dr. Karen also offered a valuable reminder: wellness doesn’t have to be complicated.
Although she and Dr. Dennis love exploring the deeper principles of acupuncture and energy medicine, beginning with simple, consistent practices can be a wonderful approach.
The team also highlighted its Acupuncture Point Reference Chart, which illustrates commonly discussed acupuncture points with mirrored right- and left-side diagrams.
Exploring the Lung Meridian and Chest-Related Acupuncture Points
Our first discussion explored several acupuncture points traditionally associated with the Lung system, chest Qi, and the movement of energy through the upper body.
Dr. Dennis shared how these points are understood within traditional Chinese medicine and how they can be incorporated into a broader educational discussion of meridian-based patch placement.
Acupuncture Points Discussed
Conception Vessel 17 (CV17) — Center of the Chest
CV17 is located along the body’s midline, approximately at the level of the fourth intercostal space.
In TCM, this point is traditionally associated with gathering Qi in the chest and harmonizing upper-body energy.
X39 was discussed as an example of a patch placement at this central point.
Lung 9 (LU9) — Lung Yuan-Source Point
LU9 is located at the wrist crease on the thumb side of the arm, near the radial pulse.
It is known as the Yuan-Source point of the Lung meridian and is an important point in classical acupuncture theory.
X49 on the right LU9 was discussed as an example of a meridian-based placement.
Lung 7 (LU7), located along the forearm above the wrist, was also mentioned as an alternative point for exploring the Lung meridian.
Spleen 21 (SP21) — The Great Luo Point
SP21 is located on the lateral chest, approximately six cun below the midaxillary region.
Known as the Great Luo of the Spleen, this point has a special place in traditional meridian theory because of its relationship to the body’s network of connecting channels.
Dr. Dennis discussed Carnosine as an example of a patch that could be placed at this point or, alternatively, layered over X39 at CV17.
Stomach 40 (ST40) — A Traditional Phlegm-Transforming Point
ST40 is located along the outer lower leg, approximately midway between the knee and ankle.
Within TCM, ST40 is traditionally associated with transforming phlegm and dampness. These are energetic concepts that extend beyond their everyday meanings.
IceWave and Energy Enhancer were discussed as examples of paired patches used in meridian-based placement routines.
For paired patches, the orientation discussed was white on the right and tan on the left.
A Helpful Teaching: Ashi Points
Dr. Dennis also introduced the concept of Ashi points.
In traditional acupuncture, an Ashi point is an area of localized tenderness that may be identified through gentle palpation.
Rather than focusing exclusively on an exact textbook location, traditional practitioners may consider nearby Ashi points as part of their acupuncture assessment.
Key takeaway: Understanding the traditional roles and locations of acupuncture points can enrich your knowledge of the body’s meridian system. These energetic concepts are educational and should not be interpreted as evidence that patches treat respiratory conditions or change oxygen levels.
Supporting Relaxation and Overall Wellness During Stressful Times
Our next discussion focused on something nearly everyone can relate to: navigating periods of significant life stress.
Dr. Karen emphasized that during demanding seasons, it can be helpful to simplify our wellness routines, prioritize rest, and create more opportunities for relaxation.
Aeon and Brain-Balancing Points
Aeon is associated with helping promote relaxation and managing everyday stress.
Dr. Karen reviewed several points she commonly includes in her brain-balancing education:
- Behind the right ear, near San Jiao 17 (SJ17)
- The center of the forehead
- The top of the head
- The back of the neck
- Other central points used in her established teaching
She also described her Double Aeon Strategy, which involves one Aeon patch at a selected brain-balancing point and another over Conception Vessel 8 (CV8), the navel.
CV8 has a special place in traditional Chinese medicine as a central point associated with the body’s energetic foundation.
This was presented as an example of Dr. Karen’s personal meridian-based approach to wellness, rather than a clinically established protocol.
Exploring Spleen 6
The conversation also included Spleen 6 (SP6), located on the inner lower leg above the ankle.
SP6 is a significant acupuncture point because the Spleen, Liver, and Kidney meridians intersect in this region.
Dr. Dennis discussed SP6 Complete on the left SP6 point, alongside Aeon behind the right ear, as an example of a traditional Yin
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This content is for educational purposes only and is intended to support general wellness. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Individual experiences may vary. Please consult a qualified healthcare professional when appropriate and trust your own intuition when applying these practices.