Moxibustion

Moxibustion is a treatment method, which originated in ancient Chinese medicine. In this treatment, the acupuncture points of the patient are stimulated with the aid of heat. This heat is generated by the lighting of a so-called moxa cigar, which is extracted from the plant Artemisia vulgaris. This about two centimeters is lit held through the skin at the acupuncture points. This is intended to be released in the patient’s body energies. In addition, the moxa cigar gives off a pleasant odor. The moxibustion stimulates the blood circulation and helps carry away metabolic waste.