There are 7 main energy centres of the body called chakras. These chakras are like spirals of energy where each one is relating to the others. Each chakra is associated to specific parts of the body, personality and emotion. Spiritual healing, reiki therapy and colour therapy are commonly used to balance-chakras.
1st Chakra* RED, root, lower spine
Governing the lower organs such as
Kidneys, bladder, rectum, spinal column, legs, feet and immune system.
Physical disorders associated with the first chakra are:
lower back pain, sciatica, varicose veins, depression, and immune related problems, frequency of urination, high blood pressure, kidney stones, hip problems,, constipation, diarrhoea, piles, crohn’s disease, cold fingers and toes,
Emotional areas touched on are:
Self-image, survival instincts, confidence, family, social interaction
2nd Chakra* ORANGE, spleen, Lower Abdomen
Governing
The spleen, mid-spinal area, pancreas, kidneys, adrenal glands, liver, gall bladder, sexual organs, stomach and upper intestinal tract.
Physical disorders associated with the second chakra are;
Gynaecological/obstetrical, pelvic and lower back pain, sex drive, sciatica and urinary dysfunction, irritable bowel syndrome, testicular disease, prostate disease, ovarian cysts.
Emotional areas touched on are:
Morality, guilt, responsibility, control, sexual desire, and the ability to be creative.
3rd Chakra * YELLOW, Solar Plexus
Governing
The liver, gallbladder, mid spine, upper abdomen, spleen, adrenal glands, small intestines and stomach.
Physical disorders associated with the third chakra are:
Hepatitis, cirrhosis, adrenal dysfunction, arthritis, colon diseases and intestinal tumours, stomach ulcers, diabetes, pancreatitis, some eating disorders, and indigestion.
Emotional areas touched on are:
Self-esteem, lack of confidence, fear of failure, sensitivity to criticism, self-image obsessions, fear of rejection.
4th Chakra* GREEN, Heart
Governing
The arms, hands, shoulders, ribs, lungs, heart, circulatory system, blood, diaphragm, breasts, and thymus.
Physical disorders associated with the fourth chakra are:
Heart and lung conditions, breast and lung cancers, upper back, thoracic area, respiratory conditions and shoulder problems.
Emotional areas touched on are:
Generosity, love, kindness, compassion, confidence, hope, inspiration, anger, hate, despair, fear and envy.
5th Chakra* BLUE, Throat
Governing
The neck, vertebrae, throat, thyroid, trachea, mouth, teeth, gums, parathyroid.
Physical disorders associated with the fifth chakra are:
Throat infections, tumours and disorders; mouth ulcers, glandular swelling, laryngitis and other voice problems, TMJ, mouth and teeth infections/pain.
Emotional areas touched on are:
Lack of ability to make choices, authority, faith, addiction, creativity, self-expression.
6th Chakra* INDIGO, Middle of the Forehead
Governing
The eyes, ears, nose, brain, neurological connections, brain, pineal and pituitary glands.
Physical disorders associated with the sixth chakra are:
Clarity of thought, judgement, discipline, emotional awareness, confusion, perception of reality.
7th Chakra* VIOLET, the Crown
Governing
The centre of the head, everything above mid-ear.
Physical disorders associated with the seventh chakra are:
Over-reaction to sensory stimulus and environment, muscular and skeletal diseases, skin problems, exhaustion that does not have a physical root, depression without a diagnosed source.
Emotional areas touched on are:
Lack of direction, feeling lost as an individual, love for mankind, spiritual discovery, morals and values, ability to see the overall picture in life situations.