How to use Artemisia argyi

Direct moxibustion. Ginger moxibustion. Hanging moxibustion. Warm acupuncture. Solid moxibustion.

Direct moxibustion is to directly point the moxa stick at the moxibustion site. This method is simple and easy to learn, but keep a certain distance when burning, otherwise it will easily burn the skin. Cut the ginger into thin slices with a thickness of about 0.3 cm, punch a few holes with a needle, put it in the place where moxa sticks are applied, and put moxa sticks on the ginger to apply moxa sticks. After burning, the moxa stick should be hung 2-3 cm above the moxa point and smoked to make the affected part feel warm without burning pain. Generally, 10- 15 minutes is enough. After the acupuncture needle is inserted into the acupoint, clean moxa is pinched at the needle end and ignited until the moxa burns completely. Generally, 3-5 strong needles are enough. Put 7-8 pieces of cloth on the moxibustion site, then light the moxa stick, and directly press the moxa stick on the cloth until the heat penetrates the cloth to make the skin rosy. This method is mild.

With the improvement of living standards, people pay more and more attention to health care. There are many health care and treatment methods in TCM, among which moxibustion is a good health care method.