Moxibustion is one of the simple and effective health preservation methods, highly regarded by physicians throughout history due to its precise therapeutic effects.The moxibustion technique can supplement fire and assist yang, support the zheng qi (正气, vital energy), and invigorate the spirit. The zheng qi in our body serves as a powerful barrier protecting us from external pathogens.To meet the diverse needs of patients, our hospital offers various moxibustion projects, including warm needle moxibustion; ge wu jiu (隔物灸, moxibustion with a barrier); hu lu jiu (葫芦灸, gourd moxibustion); moxibustion for the neck, shoulders, elbows, and knees; and du mai jiu (督脉灸, moxibustion on the Governing Vessel).These treatments aim to warm the meridians, dispel wind and cold, invigorate blood circulation, dissolve phlegm and tumors, and strengthen the body while expelling pathogens.
Effects of Moxibustion
1、Relieve Pain and Dispel Wind and Dampness: Moxibustion can effectively alleviate internal pain, especially localized pain such as in shoulder periarthritis, neck and shoulder pain, low back pain, and knee pain.
2、Reduce Mental Fatigue: Moxibustion can alleviate psychological anxiety and improve symptoms of neurasthenia.
3、Improve Endocrine Function: Moxibustion can effectively regulate endocrine functions, such as gastrointestinal dysfunction.
4、Enhance Immunity: Moxibustion can strengthen the body’s immune system, reducing the risk of infections.
5、Strengthen Spleen and Kidney: Moxibustion can enhance the functions of the spleen and kidneys, boosting physical strength and immunity.
This is neck moxibustion, which has the effects of warming the meridians, invigorating blood circulation, and dispelling cold to prevent pain. It can effectively treat cervical spondylosis and shoulder and neck pain, as well as improve symptoms of dizziness and headaches caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain due to cervical spondylosis.
This is du jiu (督灸), a moxibustion therapy performed on the Governing Vessel, suitable for patients with rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and lumbar disc herniation. Du jiu promotes blood circulation, alleviates pain, has antioxidant effects, and regulates the neuro-endocrine system, making it a commonly used traditional Chinese therapy.
Moxibustion not only treats diseases and expels pathogens but also plays a significant role in warming yang, tonifying qi, and dispersing cold, thereby enhancing the body’s resistance to cold and disease, improving immunity, and adapting to climate changes. It can also be used as a preventive health measure, contributing to longevity, thus showcasing its advantage in “preventing disease before it occurs”.
Warm Reminder
1. After moxibustion, do not take a shower immediately to avoid cold air and moisture entering the skin, which may lead to superficial ailments;
2. Drink plenty of water after moxibustion to replenish the body’s fluids, aiding in detoxification;
3. Pay attention to warmth: After moxibustion, heat is generated, causing the pores to open; thus, it is essential to keep warm promptly to prevent cold air from invading and worsening the condition.
Author: Liu Huiyun, Rehabilitation Department
Correction/Editor: Cheng Fangyuan, Publicity Department
Review: Wang Xiaowen
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