Arm Tai Yang Small Intestine Meridian. This major meridian connects with the Bladder Meridian through a short branch in the cheek that travels upward to the inner corner of the eye. It connects to the small intestine along a branch that moves internally through the heart and stomach. Imbalances in the Small Intestine Meridian are said to result to stiff neck, sore throat, hearing problems, and pain along the shoulder, upper arm, elbow and forearm.