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The five elements are rooted in nature and comprise all living things. Disharmonies in the five elements occur at birth or shortly after birth. Classical Five Element Acupuncture helps to create balance and harmony in the five elements. Here is brief description of the elements and some of their correspondences:

WOOD

Wood is the element of spring, affecting the liver, gall bladder, tissues, muscle, nails, eyes, sight, and tears. Corresponding emotions are impatience, anger, control and hope. It is also our ability to envision a future for ourselves and move towards it with both perseverance and flexibility.

FIRE

Fire is the summer element, affecting the heart, small intestines, blood vessels, complexion and sweat, tongue and speech. Corresponding emotions are joy, lack of joy, laughing, talking, aspiration and anxiety. It is also our ability to connect with others, and have healthy relationships.

EARTH

Earth is the element of late summer, affecting the spleen, pancreas, stomach, flesh, breast, lips, mouth, and taste. It corresponds to the intellect, and emotions of worry, suspicion, and feeling a sense of lack. It is also related to our ability to nourish ourselves and receive late summers harvest.

METAL

Metal is the autumn element, affecting the lungs, large intestine, skin and body hair, breath, nose, and sense of smell. It corresponds to depression and grief. It is related to our inspiration and our values.

WATER

Water is the winter element, affecting the kidneys, bladder, and urine, bones, hair (on the head), ears and hearing. It corresponds to emotions such as insecurity and fear. It can also be our physical strength and ambition.