This is the first in a series of posts about the who, why, what, where, when and how of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
The Channels and Collaterals are the pathways in which Qi circulate.
CST works by mobilizing or gently moving the dura (three layers of connective tissue that house the brain and spinal cord) to relieve any restrictions and restore the correct movement. Restrictions can be due to an injury (mild or severe), overuse, under use or even a repetitive motion. There can be many other causes as well.