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What is Moxibustion?
Updated: Sep 25
What moxibustion involves
Moxa (mugwort) is an ancient herb that has been used in Chinese medicine treatments for thousands of years. Moxibustion is the process where mugwort leaves are gathered, dried and molded into varying shapes. These are then burned over specific points called acu-points on the body helping to strengthen the blood, stimulate the flow of qi (energy) and maintain general health.
In Chinese medicine qi (energy) is the vital life force which flows through channels (meridians) on our body. The meridian channel system connects all aspects of the body into one network of energetic communication. Think of these energy channels as being like a river. If debris builds up in a river and the free flow of water is obstructed, it's life giving properties do not reach down stream. In a similar way, if the energy channels in your body are obstructed due to stress, injury, emotional upheaval etc, that life giving energy is denied access to vital systems in the body that rely on it for good health.
What moxibustion is traditionally used for
In Chinese medicine, moxibustion is used to help:
Increase circulation
Ease pain
Support the healing process
Support the immune system
Support fertility
Encourage breech babies to turn, alongside your midwife's care
Ease menopausal symptoms
Ease period pain
It is often used in conjunction with other Chinese medicine treatments such as acupuncture, acupressure, cupping and heat therapy to stimulate acu-points where energy blockages have occurred.
A relaxing, whole-body treatment
Moxibustion is a very soothing, relaxing treatment that can benefit the whole body.
You may also like our articles on Chinese mugwort, cupping and lesser-known Chinese medicine treatments.
Care Cure are Traditional Chinese Medicine specialists, treating patients in Dublin since 2006. We have clinics in the Merrion Shopping Centre, Dublin 4 and 53 George's Street Lower, Dun Laoghaire.
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