TH12 (Upper Back)

TH12 is the twelfth thoracic vertebra of the upper back, above the first lumbar vertebra (L1). TH12 nerves affect the abdominal and back muscles, help with balance & posture, and help you cough. • Meridians: heart meridian (yin), small Intestine meridian (yang) • Connections: heart, small intestine, lymph circulation, ovary, kidney • Possible problems: problems with small testicul, blood vessels, gas pains, intestines, circulation, rheumatism, disruption in growth, certain types of sterility, chronic dysfunction