Moxibustion is the use of Artesmisia chinensis moxa leaves tightly rolled into a cigar-like tube. This is lit and the burning end is held close to the skin. Through trial and error, moxa was found to have the best radiant heat properties allowing its heat to penetrate deep into the muscles. This relaxes muscles, moves blood, nourishes Qi and eliminates “cold evil”.

I employ a smoke-less form of moxa for your comfort. I also use a smokeless moxa-cap which sits on the needle, allowing the heat to conduct through the needle deep into the acupuncture point. In either case, the burning moxa does not touch the skin.