Can moxibustion treatment continue after the beginning of autumn

After the beginning of autumn, moxibustion treatment can generally continue, but the moxibustion method and acupoints need to be adjusted according to individual constitution and symptoms. Moxibustion has the effects of warming meridians, dispelling cold, and strengthening yang, making it suitable for health preservation in autumn and winter seasons. However, caution should be exercised when using moxibustion for patients with yin deficiency, excessive fire, or excess heat. After the beginning of autumn, the natural yang energy gradually subsides, and the human body is susceptible to cold and dampness invasion. At this time, moxibustion at acupoints such as Guan Yuan and Zu San Li can help enhance immunity, prevent respiratory diseases and joint pain. For chronic deficiency cold diseases such as uterine coldness, stomach pain, rheumatism, etc., after Sanfu moxibustion, it can be combined with autumn and winter consolidation treatment, and 1-2 times a week is recommended. It is recommended to choose the morning period when yang qi rises during moxibustion. After moxibustion, pay attention to keeping warm and avoiding wind, and drink ginger and red date tea to enhance the warming and nourishing effect. If there are symptoms of Yin deficiency such as dry mouth and tongue, insomnia and frequent dreams, or if you are in the acute fever or skin infection period, moxibustion should be temporarily suspended. hypertension patients should avoid moxibustion at ascending yang points such as Dazhui, and diabetes patients should strictly control moxibustion sores. In the dry season of autumn, the frequency of direct moxibustion can be reduced, and ginger separated moxibustion or moxa stick suspension moxibustion can be used instead. After moxibustion, aloe vera gel should be applied in a timely manner to prevent skin dryness and cracking. As a characteristic therapy of traditional Chinese medicine, moxibustion needs to be treated based on syndrome differentiation under the guidance of professional physicians. When continuing moxibustion after the beginning of autumn, it is suggested to adjust the program in combination with the changes of tongue and pulse, and cooperate with Broth of white fungus, lily Congee and other dry nourishing dietotherapy to achieve the health preserving effect of balance between yin and yang. Special populations and pregnant women must consult a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner before use.