Moxibustion Therapy

Treatment Time 40 mins

What happens during a moxibustion therapy?

There are two ways in which moxibustion can be carried out, either directly or indirectly.

When I use direct moxibustion, the moxa cone or rice grain is gently placed onto the skin at the chosen acupuncture point.

The cone is then lit and is allowed to burn until the skin starts to turn red. Once the patient begins to feel a warming sensation, I will remove the cone.

Often a protective barrier is used under the moxa, either a cream, drop of water, sprinkle of salt or a thin slice of ginger is used to stop the skin from being burnt.

Indirect moxibustion is the more commonly practised form of moxibustion as it is seen as the safer method.

The burning moxa will never directly come into contact with the skin, and instead, I will hold it above the body until the skin turns red and feels warm.