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dial end of the popliteal crease (formed when theknee is flexed), on the anterior part of the insertionof the semimembranosis and semitendinosismuscles, posterior to the medial epicondyle of thefemur.Then, it runs further upward along the medial aspectof the thigh to reach Liv 12 (Jimai), 1 cuninferior and 2.5 cun lateral to the pubic spine, inthe inguinal groove where the pulsation of femoralartery is palpable. The main external Meridancontinues up to Liv 13, (Zhangmen), on the lateralside of the abdomen, below the free end of theeleventh rib, and ends on the chest at Liv 14(Qimen), in the sixth intercostal space, directlybelow the nipple.A branch arises from Liv 12, goes to the pubichair region, curves around the external genitalia,enters the abdomen, runs upward through theabdominal wall to reach the Liver, its pertainingOrgan. Four branches are formed in the Liver Organ.The first and the shortest branch, flows to tis associatedYang Organ, the Gallbladder.The second, short branch penetrates the diaphragmand enters the Lung Organ, where it connectsto the Lung Meridian to complete the HoraryCycle, as shown in Fig. 1.The third and largest branch penetrates the diaphragm,goes up the side of the inner chest walland along the back part of the larynx. Then, it entersthe posterior nasal tract and enters the tisuesaround the eyes. Running further upward, itemerges from the forehead and meets the DuVessel at the vertex.Another branch arises from the tissues of theeyes, descends into the cheek and curves aroundthe inner surface of the lips.The fourth branch is probably a branch of thethird branch, before it penetrates the diaphragm.It runs to the top of the Liver Organ, toward theside of the abdomen and descends in the abdominalcavity to end at the level corresponding to Liv13.References1. Johnson, J.A. Chinese Medical Qigong Therapy. Int.Institute of Medical Qigong, Pacific Grove, CA, 2000.2. Zu Bing andWang Hongcai, Eds. Basic Theories ofTraditional Chinese Medicine. Singing Dragon, Philadelphia,PA, 2010.3. Chen Youbang, et al, eds. Chinese Acupunctureand Moxibustion. Foreign Language Press, BeijingChina, 1990.4. Omura, Y. Acupuncture Medicine: Its Historicaland Clinical Background. Japan Publications, Inc., Tokyo,Japan, 1982.5. Jarret, L. J. The use of entry and exit points in traditionalacupuncture.http://www.spiritpathpress.com/chinese-medicinebooks/articles/article_entryexit.pdf6. Amaro, J. A. Contemporary Applications forJet Lag from Ancient Principles ! http://www.iama.edu/JetLag/JetLag.htmBy profession, Dr. Eisen was a universityProfessor specializing in constructingmathematical models such as those incancer chemotherapy and epilepsy. Hehas studied and taught Yoga, Judo, andAikido. Dr. Eisen was the founder andchief-instructor of the Shotokan KarateClubs at Carnegie-Mellon and Dusquene Universitiesand the University of Pittsburgh. He helped teachYoga in Graterford prison. His curiousity about therelation of Qi to healing and martial arts led him tostudy TCM, Tai Chi and Praying Mantis Kung Fu. Hewas initiated as a Disciple of Master Gin Foon Mark.Dr. Eisen now teaches (at his Kwoon and by webcam),writes and researches Praying Mantis, Qigong andYang Tai Chi - see http://home.comcast.net/54 Yang-Sheng (Nurturing Life) Volume 3, Issue No. 3