Moxibustion or Moxa is a technique in which a Chinese herb called mugwort is warmed and used to apply heat to an acupuncture point. It does not touch the skin.

It is used to treat certain debilitating conditions as well as arthritis and pain. Moxa is usually rolled into a stick the size of a cigar, lit, and held over specific areas of the body.

Moxa can also be placed onto the handle of an acupuncture needle, allowing deeper penetration of heat. No burning is felt, just a lovely sensation of warmth.

 

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