What are the operation methods of moxibustion?

The operation methods of moxibustion mainly include the following:

Direct moxibustion: moxibustion can be started when moxibustion is lit directly on the relevant acupuncture points.

Indirect moxibustion: Place ginger slices, aconite cakes, garlic slices and other items between the moxa stick and the skin so that the moxa stick does not directly contact the skin. This method can protect the skin and reduce the irritation that may come from direct moxibustion.

Moxa stick moxa: After lighting moxa stick, place it 5 cm to 10 cm away from the acupoint, and carry out hot moxibustion through heat. Moxa moxa in the operation, pay attention to control the distance between moxa moxa and the skin, to avoid too close to lead to burns.

Warm acupuncture: At the same time of acupuncture, moxa wool is placed at the end of the needle and lit to make the needle hot, and moxibustion is carried out on the acupuncture point. This method combines the advantages of acupuncture and moxibustion to stimulate acupuncture points more effectively.

Moxibustion warm moxibustion machine: moxibustion is placed in a special moxibustion machine, and then rotated at the corresponding points. This method is easy to operate and suitable for moxibustion with large area or multiple acupoints.

In addition to the above main methods, there are some other moxibustion operations, such as mild moxibustion, finch pecking moxibustion, twisting moxibustion, etc., each method has its own unique operating skills and indications.

When carrying out moxibustion, it must be carried out under the guidance of a professional doctor to ensure that the operation is correct, safe and effective. At the same time, pay attention to fire prevention and warmth to avoid adverse reactions such as burns and colds. For pregnant women, children, the elderly and the physically weak, moxibustion therapy should be used carefully.