Moxibustion is a technique that is nearly always incorporated
into an Acupuncture session. Moxa (which is utilised in Moxibustion)
is a herbal substance commonly known as mugwort (AiYe in Chinese),
which has unique warming/Yang qualities. In order to activate
these properties the herb is ignited at about one inch away from
the skins surface at the same points used in Acupuncture.
Moxibustion therapy can be integrated into a
treatment session through a variety of applications, such as:
Stick Moxa (which looks like a big cigar), loose moxa (which
can be combined with Ginger, Salt or by itself), direct (rice
grain) moxa or on the end of a needle.
Moxa is used for pain and deficient conditions,
its warming qualities enhance circulation to a particular area.
It is clinically effective for common conditions such as: Acute
and Chronic Pain (Frozen Shoulder, Back pain, Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome), digestive upset (Diarrhoea, IBS), Women's Disorders,
and sexual function (Impotence, Decreased Libido etc.)
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