Houston Moxibustion Therapy

Houston Moxibustion or “moxa” is a Chinese herb used topically over certain points, when indicated, to warm up the body if the patient is diagnosed to have a cold syndrome. Each of us possesses both warming “yang” and cooling “yin” properties in our physical bodies and, from time to time, these properties can become imbalanced. Moxa can help strengthen the body’s warming or “yang” property.

Houston Moxibustion Used for Cold Syndrome

Practitioners of Moxibustion make use of the dried herb on warm regions and ‘meridian points.’ The effect is intended to increase circulation in these area, inducing a smoother flow of blood and qi. Practitioners believe it to be a vital part in deal with the ‘cold’ or ‘yang deficient’ ailments in Chinese medicine. They also claim it is an excellent treatment for chronic ailments, deficient conditions, and gerontology.

Several methods exist for practicing Moxibustion. Two of these methods include;

• Direct Moxibustion- A small moxa cone is placed on the point of treatment and is lit. The moxa burns over the acupuncture point and is allowed to burn but it is removed before the skin gets too hot.
• Indirect Moxibustion – Indirect moxibustion involves a roll of moxa being held over the area to be treated, warming the skin. This can also be done with stick on moxa, and by holding the burning moxa stick to an acupuncture needle inserted into the skin.

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Here are the health benefits of moxibustion therapy:

1. Improves blood and Qi circulation.
2. Expels dampness and cold from the body by warming the body’s meridians to relieve pain.
3. Relieves and prevents menstrual cramps and stops excessive menstrual bleeding.
4. Rotates a breech baby.
5. Supports fertility and regulates menstrual cycle.
6. Improves poor sperm quality, improves sexual libido and endurance.
7. Strengthens the immune system and ability to fight respiratory illnesses.
8. Relieves diarrhea and constipation.
9. Reverses numbness and neuropathy in extremities.
10. Reduces the chance of developing blood clots.
11. Combined with acupuncture and cupping, moxibustion can ease depression and anxiety.
12. Increases energy, endurance and metabolism.
13. Moxibustion has been used for centuries by Tibetan monks to improve longevity and vitality.

Give us a call if you want to experience the healing benefits of moxibustion in our Houston clinic. Our experienced practitioners use high quality pure moxa. Moxa is a very popular treatment because of its energizing and calming effect and can also be enjoyed by healthy people as a part of their wellness routine.