With the increasing popularity of moxibustion as a natural health method, more and more families have begun to use moxibustion for daily health care. However, home moxibustion requires not only a correct understanding of moxibustion principles, but also the ability to select high-quality moxa sticks and master safe operation skills. Only by doing this can we give full play to the health benefits of moxibustion and avoid potential risks.
The selection of moxa sticks is the first step and the most critical link in home moxibustion. High-quality moxa sticks are the premise to ensure the effect of moxibustion. When choosing moxa sticks, we should first pay attention to the raw material - mugwort. Aged mugwort with a storage period of more than three years is better, because aged mugwort has milder heat, stronger medicinal properties and less irritation, which is more suitable for home use. Secondly, observe the appearance of moxa sticks: the high-quality moxa sticks are tight and uniform in texture, with a grayish-yellow color, no obvious impurities, and a faint fragrance of mugwort. On the contrary, inferior moxa sticks are loose in texture, dark in color, mixed with straw or other sundries, and emit a pungent smoke when burned, which may irritate the respiratory tract.
In addition to the quality of moxa sticks, the choice of moxibustion tools is also important for home moxibustion. For beginners, moxibustion boxes or moxibustion instruments are more recommended, which can fix the moxa sticks, avoid scalding the skin, and make the heat evenly distributed. For different parts of the body, different types of moxibustion tools should be selected: for example, the abdominal and lumbar regions are suitable for rectangular moxibustion boxes, while the joints and limbs are suitable for small cylindrical moxibustion instruments. At the same time, it is necessary to prepare necessary auxiliary supplies, such as fire lighters, tweezers, cotton pads, etc., to ensure the smooth progress of moxibustion.
Mastering safe operation skills is the key to home moxibustion. Before moxibustion, the moxibustion site should be cleaned to avoid oil or dirt affecting the penetration of heat. For people with sensitive skin, a thin cotton pad can be placed between the moxa stick and the skin to reduce irritation. During moxibustion, the distance between the moxa stick and the skin should be controlled at 2-3 centimeters, and the moxa stick should be moved gently to make the heat evenly act on the acupoint. It is necessary to pay close attention to the skin reaction. When there is a warm and comfortable feeling, it is the best state. If there is a burning pain, the distance should be increased immediately to avoid scalding.
The time and frequency of home moxibustion should also be reasonably controlled. Generally speaking, the moxibustion time for each acupoint is 10-15 minutes, and the total time for each moxibustion should not exceed 30 minutes. For beginners, the moxibustion time can be appropriately shortened, and then gradually increased as the body adapts. The frequency of moxibustion is usually 2-3 times a week. It is not advisable to moxibustion too frequently, so as not to cause excessive heat in the body and lead to symptoms such as dry mouth and getting angry.
There are also some taboos in home moxibustion that need to be paid attention to. First of all, moxibustion is not suitable when you are hungry, full, drunk or extremely tired, because this will affect the body's tolerance and may cause discomfort. Secondly, moxibustion should be avoided on the face, eyes, perineum and other sensitive parts. For pregnant women, moxibustion is forbidden on the lower abdomen and lumbosacral region. In addition, patients with acute diseases such as high fever and acute inflammation should not perform moxibustion temporarily, and should wait until the condition is stable before considering it.
After moxibustion, it is necessary to do a good job of nursing. Drink a cup of warm water in time to replenish the body's moisture and promote metabolism. Do not take a cold bath or blow cold wind immediately after moxibustion, so as to avoid the invasion of cold evil. The skin after moxibustion may have a slight redness, which is a normal phenomenon and will subside naturally after a period of time. If there is blistering due to improper operation, do not break it by yourself. Small blisters can be left to absorb naturally, and large blisters should be treated by a professional doctor.
Home moxibustion is a simple and effective health method, but it requires careful selection of moxa sticks, mastery of correct operation skills and attention to relevant taboos. As long as we practice moxibustion scientifically and safely, we can use the power of moxibustion and high-quality moxa sticks to protect the health of our families and make traditional Chinese medicine wisdom benefit every family.
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