What is moxibustion
Moxibustion
treats and prevents diseases by applying heat to points or certain locations of
the human body. The material used is mainly "moxa-wool" in the form
of a cone or stick. For centuries, moxibustion and acupuncture have been
combined in clinical practice, A disease that may not be treated by acupuncture
may be treated by moxibustion.
Functions
of Moxibustion
To warm acupuncture meridians and expel cold
To induce the smooth flow of qi and blood
To strengthen yang from collapse
To prevent diseases and keep healthy
Materials
for Moxibustion
Making of moxa cones
Making of moxa stick
