Benefits of Liqiu Moxibustion for Health Preservation

Liqiu moxibustion for health preservation can help warm and tonify yang qi, dispel dampness and cold, enhance immunity, and is suitable for regulating spleen and stomach deficiency and cold, joint pain, body deficiency and susceptibility to colds. During the beginning of autumn, the natural yang energy gradually decreases, making the human body susceptible to cold and dampness invasion. Moxibustion stimulates acupoints by burning moxa fibers, which can stimulate the circulation of qi and blood in meridians. Zusanli acupoint moxibustion can strengthen the spleen and stomach, improve appetite loss and indigestion. Guanyuan acupoint moxibustion can warm and tonify kidney yang, relieve soreness and weakness in the waist and knees, and alleviate frequent nocturia. Moxibustion at Dazhui acupoint can help dispel surface coldness, prevent autumn colds and nasal congestion. Moxibustion at the Feishu acupoint can promote lung function and invigorate qi, alleviate chronic cough and asthma symptoms. Moxibustion at Sanyinjiao can harmonize the liver, spleen, and kidney meridians, improve menstrual disorders in women, and alleviate cold hands and feet. Attention should be paid to indoor ventilation during moxibustion to avoid smoke accumulation. Individuals with a constitution of Yin deficiency and excessive fire should reduce the frequency of moxibustion, and moxibustion should be avoided in areas of skin damage. It is not advisable to take a shower or come into contact with cold water within two hours after moxibustion. Warm brown sugar ginger tea can be consumed to help sweat and drive away the cold. Daily consumption of yam, red dates, ginger and other warm foods can be combined to avoid excessive consumption of raw and cold fruits. Maintaining moderate exercise such as Ba Duan Jin and Tai Chi can help promote the development of yang energy. If you experience discomfort such as dizziness and palpitations, stop moxibustion immediately and consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner.