Moxibustion treats and prevents diseases by applying heat to points or certain locations of the human body. The material used is mainly " moxa - wool " in the form of a cone or stick. For centuries, moxibustion and acupuncture have been used in clinical practice, thus they are usually termed together in Chinese. Chapter 73 of Miraculous Pivot states, " A disease that may not be treated by acupuncture may be treated by moxibustion. " In Introduction to Medicine it says, " When a disease fails to respond to medication and acupuncture, moxibustion is suggested. "

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The Process and Volume for Moxibustion

The Precious Prescriptions points out that " Moxibustion is generally applied to yang portion first, then yin portion ; clinically it is applied to the upper part first and then the lower part. " Treat the back first, the abdominal region second ; the head and body first and the four extremities second. But the sequence should be given according to the pathological conditions.

The volume for moxibustion, including the size of moxa cone or duration of the moxa stick application should be in parallel to the patients pathological conditions, general constitution, age and the site where moxibustion is to be applied. Generally, three to seven moxa cones are used for each point, and ten to fifteen minutes for the application of moxa stick.

Large blisters should be punctured and drained. If pus is formed, the blister should be dressed to prevent further infection.

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Management After Moxibustion

After moxibustion, different degrees of burns may remain in the local region, or there is only a slight red sign of burning which will disappear very soon. But sometimes, a few blisters result on the skin surface. Take care not to let small blisters break. They can be healed by themselves.

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