What does Moxibustion Treat

Moxibustion is a traditional Chinese medicine therapy that uses heat therapy near the surface of the skin with the intention to help dispel certain pathogenic influences from the body.

Moxa is made from an herb called Chinese mugwort. This alternative therapy involves burning moxa and applying the resulting heat to specific points on the body to help improve circulation and heal the body.

Moxibustion involves burning moxa on top of the acupuncture needle, or we may also use moxa sticks to hold over the areas.

Some benefits of moxibustion include: Reducing pain and inflammation, Increase healing time from injuries, Arthritis, Migraines, Menstrual issues, Digestive disorders such as ulcerative colitis, and boosting immunity and protection from the flu.

Moxa therapy at Deschutes Acupuncture in Bend, Oregon