Moxibustion
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This refers to various formations of the mugwort root, an excellent source of gentle but penetrating heat.
In any form, loose or stick, moxibustion displays a remarkable to adapt to a wide range of body conditions. One just needs to know how long to use it and where. Moxibustion can be used to heat a cold area of the body, such as the lower back, lower abdomen and knees. It just as easily can be used in a less concentrated way to stimulate the already energizing effect of the acupuncture points. Both approaches can be used to improve circulation and reduce inflammation, which is another way to raise immunity and address pain.
Moxibustion not only enters the tissue. With patience, the practitioner can transmit the healing heat to bone, making it a naturally effective means of treating arthritis, which often gets worse in cold damp weather and defies Western medication.