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Kidney

Explanation

The kidneys are located behind the abdomen, in front of the lower ribs.

The Kidneys:
        Cleanse and filter the blood
      Regulate blood pressure
       Create urine
      Serve as energy reservoirs for the acupuncture system

• Common symptoms of imbalance may include:
*  Discomfort in the lower back
*  Discomfort in the mid back
*  Discomfort in the lower rib areas
*  Discomfort in the lower side of the neck
*  Discomfort in the jaw (TMJ)

Hormones Produced: Erythropoetin and renin.

• The kidneys generate the following emotions:
                Blaming              Conflict
                Dread                  Creative insecurity
                Fear                     Terror
                Horror                Unsupported
                Peeved                Wishy-washy

• Muscle connections: upper trapezius, psoas

• Diurnal cycle: The kidneys come into prominence during the time of the kidney meridian, 5pm to 7pm.


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Bladder

Explanation

The bladder is a muscular, elastic organ that acts as a reservoir, holding urine from the kidney until it
is voided.
• Common symptoms of imbalance may include:
o Discomfort in the low back
o Discomfort in the knee, ankle or foot
o Interrupted sleep due to urination

Hormones Produced: None known.

• The Bladder generate the following emotions:
                Blaming              Conflict
                Dread                  Creative insecurity
                Fear                     Terror
                Horror                Unsupported
                Peeved                Wishy-washy

• Muscle connections: paraspinal muscles, tibialis anterior, peroneus longus and brevis

• Diurnal cycle: The bladder comes into prominence during the time of the bladder meridian, 3pm to 5pm..


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