Circulation
of the Reproductive System
The Pericardium:
The pericardium is a sac which surrounds the heart. It takes any
initial trauma directed at the heart, creating a protective barrier. The
lubrication it provides enables the heart to move freely. The
pericardium has an influence on the entire vascular circulation.
The pericardium is also called circulation/sex, heart protector, and
heart constrictor. It is traditionally associated with the circulation
of blood and the protection of the heart on the emotional level as
well as the physical. Diseases of the heart affect the pericardium
first and only reach the heart when the pericardium is weakened. Since
then (spirit) resides in the heart, the pericardium executes the orders
of shen. The pericardium controls the lubrication of the sexual
organs. It can be used for sexual disorders, not because it is
concerned with the sexual function, but because it is concerned with
the psyche, and many sexual dysfunctions are related to psychological
factors. The pericardium is also used to balance the emotions
and integrate the heart and mind in sexual relationships.
The circulation energy channel is associated with confidence and leadership. The
sex energy channel is associated with sensuality and warmth.
Muscles involved with the Reproductive
System
Gluteus Medius:
The gluteus medium is used to pull the thigh out and rotate the leg. If
there is weakness in this muscle, the hip and shoulder may be high,
and there is also a tendency toward bowed legs or a peculiar limp. Menstruation
cramps, prostate trouble, and impotency can occur. There may be
breast soreness, although this is more often associated with weakness
of the fascia lata.
Adductors:
The adductors hold the thigh in, flexing it and rotating it inward. Weakness
can make the pelvis tilt down, will sometimes complicate stiff shoulders
and can even cause elbow pain. These muscles are essential to
horseback riders. The continued strain of trying to stay in the
saddle can result in weakness of the adductors, causing the bow-legged
posture so characteristic of cowboys. Problems with the reproductive
organs, especially changes in hormone function or menopause can affect
the adductors.
Piriformis:
This hip muscle is very important in posture, especially the position
of the sacrum. It is the upper most of the hip rotators. In
a seated position, it allows the leg to move outward. Weakness
on one side can cause the sacrum to twist, making the ankle on that
side turn in, the knee “knock”, and the opposite foot turned
out. The piriformis is located right next to the sciatic nerve
which is the longest, largest nerve in the body. With a problem
in the piriformis, the sciatic nerve is often affected. There
may be pain down the leg, numbness and tingling of the legs, burning
urination, and other bladder problems.
Gluteus Maximus:
The gluteus maximus, the object of much joking, is one of the largest
and strongest muscles in the body. It acts as a stabilizer of
the lower back, extends the thigh, and helps pull the leg in. Weakness
of one side will twist the pelvis or make the crease of the buttock
go off to one side. With both sides weak, walking is difficult. This
is sometimes due to stiffness of the neck bones, which may be helped
by gently rotating the head and neck area, although chiropractic adjustment
may be necessary. Problems with the sex organs, sex urges and
drives, and prostate trouble may be related to this muscle.
Special Exercise
Exercise moves blood circulation and transport oxygen to the muscle. It
also cleans all the carbon dioxide. All Star Kids Club, Inc. has
created a specific exercise to open and clean this muscle, lymphatic
system, meridian, and balance the positive and negative emotional state;
like confidence and leadership, which is the problem coming from the
reproductive system.
Contact us to learn more about our exercises.
