Where is the best place for moxibustion?

Moxibustion can be performed in formal medical institutions, traditional Chinese medicine clinics or qualified health care institutions. Safety, professionalism and hygienic conditions are the primary considerations.

1. Medical institutions:

The traditional Chinese medicine or acupuncture departments of public hospitals provide standardized moxibustion services. The doctors have professional qualifications and standardized operating procedures, and are suitable for treating diseases or regulating chronic conditions. The hospital environment is strictly disinfected to avoid the risk of cross-infection, and is especially recommended for people with sensitive constitutions or underlying diseases.

2. Traditional Chinese Medicine Clinic:

Licensed TCM clinics are usually staffed by experienced TCM physicians who can tailor moxibustion plans based on pulse diagnosis and other factors. Some clinics provide traditional moxa moxibustion, ginger-partition moxibustion and other special therapies, which are suitable for people who pursue traditional curative effects. They need to confirm the institution's medical institution practice license in advance.

3. Health care institutions:

Chain health clubs with health licenses and health care service qualifications mostly use mild suspense moxibustion techniques, focusing on sub-health conditioning. When choosing, you need to check whether the operator holds a health massage therapist or Chinese medicine rehabilitation physiotherapist certificate to avoid operations by non-professionals.

4. Self-moxibustion at home:

After mastering the basic acupoint knowledge, you can use moxa stick boxes, portable moxibustion and other tools for self-moxibustion at home. Safe acupoints such as Zusanli and Guanyuan are recommended. Pay attention to ventilation and fire prevention. It is recommended that the first operation be carried out under the guidance of professionals. It is prohibited for patients with diabetes and those with damaged skin.

5. Community Service Center:

Some community health service centers provide people-friendly moxibustion services, which are affordable and convenient for regular treatment. Although the equipment is relatively simple, it can ensure the safety of basic medical care and is suitable for daily health care of middle-aged and elderly people. It is recommended to make an appointment in advance and consult the medical insurance reimbursement policy.

Avoid contact with cold water within 4 hours after moxibustion. Drinking ginger and red date tea can enhance the warming effect. People with weak constitution can undergo moxibustion 1-2 times a week, each time not exceeding 30 minutes. ； Those with yin deficiency and strong fire should reduce the frequency and cooperate with Yongquan point to induce the downward movement of fire. When choosing a moxibustion site, it is recommended to conduct an on-site inspection of the environmental disinfection situation and confirm that the moxa sticks used are made of pure moxa velvet. Low-quality moxa sticks may contain impurities that may cause allergies. People with special physiques or pregnant women need to be evaluated by a traditional Chinese medicine practitioner before deciding whether to perform moxibustion. If dizziness, palpitations and other reactions occur during moxibustion, moxibustion should be stopped immediately.