Moxibustion Therapy
- Boosts energy reserves
- Improves circulation
- Prevents disease
- Promotes longevity
What is Moxibustion?
Moxibustion is an ancient therapy in Traditional Chinese Medicine that is particularly effective in preventing illness. It is the harmless, painless process of burning special herbs on acupuncture needles that are inserted in the body for quick absorption. Moxibustion has the function of warming and clearing the meridians and tonifying the body’s energy. Different points are employed for specialized treatments and preventive care needs. The Chinese medicine doctor diagnoses each patient and prescribes an individual healthcare plan that can help balance the immune system, regulate hormones, improve circulation, release stress and strengthen energy.
What is involved with Moxibustion Therapy?
Moxibustion is a treatment method used to prevent disease by warming special herbs on certain points of the body. Moxibustion warms the meridians, circulates Qi and blood, and strengthens the body’s energy. Moxa, the dried leaves of the common mugwort plant, is the special herb that is placed at the end of the acupuncture needle, and then burned. It provides gentle heat and tonifies the meridians. To suit different therapeutic needs, the moxa can also be made into a small cone and burned over skin through an herbal cake. It is a highly effective way to increase the body’s energy, build up the immune system, strengthen sexual function, and balance the body’s hormonal system.
Why should Moxibustion be done during the special summer season?
According to Chinese Traditional Medicine, the middle of the summer is the best time to do moxibustion because the body’s meridians open more easily as the pores of the skin open wider, allowing the body to benefit from the treatment. Moxibustion can also be performed all year long to treat different diseases. But for preventative care, it is done three times during the summer for maximum benefit. All three of these times fall during July or August according to the Chinese Lunar Calendar.
How do I know if I need to have Moxibustion Therapy?
Moxibustion is often effective for chronic pain, arthritis, asthma, chronic bronchitis, stomachache, sexual dysfunction, menopause, and a weakened immune system. But summer moxibustion focuses on preventive care and longevity.
What health conditions should not be treated by Moxibustion?
Patients should not receive Moxibustion if they have a fever, cold, flu, infectious conditions, mouth sores, hepatitis, or high blood pressure. Furthermore, pregnant women should avoid Moxibustion on the abdominal and lumbar sacral areas. Anyone with numbness in the arms, legs, feet, or toes should not do Moxibustion.