Introduction Moxibustion is the most effective medical technique to maximize the medicinal effects of mugwort. It can promote Qi flow, strengthen Yang, dispel wind and dampness, relieve pain, and ward off external pathogens. Many friends who come for consultation ask me, can moxibustion treat rhinitis, can it treat lumbar disc herniation, can it treat arthritis, … Read more
Moxibustion has a wide range of effects. Modern research suggests that the methanol extract of the combustion products of mugwort (Ai Ye) has a free radical scavenging effect, which is stronger than that of the methanol extract of unburned mugwort.When we apply moxibustion to specific areas of the body, lipid peroxidation significantly decreases, an effect … Read more
1. Zu San Li (Stomach 36) Function: First, it supports the body’s vital energy and strengthens the spleen and stomach; Second, it promotes metabolism and strengthens the body; Third, it enhances endocrine function and boosts immunity. Stimulating Zu San Li has preventive and therapeutic effects on diseases of the digestive system, nervous system, blood system, … Read more
There are many acupuncture points in the human body, among which 9 are the most commonly used for health maintenance and disease treatment. These points are frequently recommended for moxibustion, as they can regulate the spleen and stomach, support the vital energy, and strengthen the foundation, making them applicable for 90% of diseases! Moxibustion Guidelines … Read more
Moxibustion, also known as ai jiu (艾灸), is a method that uses mugwort (艾绒) as the main material to create moxa sticks or cones. When ignited, it is applied directly or indirectly to specific acupuncture points on the body, providing thermal stimulation to achieve disease prevention, treatment, and health maintenance.The materials for moxibustion vary, including … Read more
Moxibustion is one of the oldest traditional Chinese medicine therapies, with a history of thousands of years. Moxibustion involves igniting moxa made from Ai Ye (Artemisia vulgaris) and applying its warmth and medicinal properties to stimulate acupuncture points or specific areas on the body, thereby activating the flow of Qi to regulate disordered bodily functions, … Read more
Overview of moxibustion treatment and acupuncture points! Moxibustion recipes (with acupuncture point diagrams), the 30 most important moxibustion points on the body. High-definition meridian circulation diagrams, a complete guide to human acupuncture points! Properly pairing acupuncture points; increases pain relief effectiveness by 10 times! (Most comprehensive collection) Moxibustion plans for nine different body constitutions (very … Read more
01 What is Moxibustion? Mugwort (艾草, ài cǎo) is a herbaceous medicinal plant. It contains volatile aromatic oils that produce a unique fragrance, which can repel mosquitoes and flies, purify the air, and prevent and treat diseases. Moxibustion (灸, jiǔ) involves igniting the flammable mugwort and using it to warm and stimulate acupuncture points, directly … Read more
From the perspective of moxibustion’s effects, it primarily benefits Qi and stabilizes the exterior. Certain acupuncture points can enhance Qi and stabilize the exterior. For the general population, points such as Fengmen (Wind Gate), Feishu (Lung Shu), Dazhui (Great Vertebra), and Hegu (Union Valley) can be used. For individuals with weaker constitutions, especially the elderly, … Read more
Spring Moxibustion All Questions Answered In early spring, the world revives, and nature bursts with vitality. The Huangdi Neijing (Yellow Emperor’s Inner Canon) mentions that “spring governs the liver” and “spring and summer nourish Yang, while autumn and winter nourish Yin.” Spring is the season for the liver Qi to rise and a good time … Read more