Moxibustion is one of the many techniques utilized in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). Practiced for thousands of years, its efficacy has been documented in a multitude of conditions. According to the principles of TCM, Moxibustion works to strengthen blood, tonify yang, and increase qi flow in the body. Moxibustion is also used to maintain health and wellness.

There are two methods of administering Moxibustion.

With direct Moxibustion, a small piece of moxa (an herb known as Ai Ye or Mugwort) is rolled into a cone shape. The moxa roll is then placed upon an acupuncture point with a piece of garlic or ginger, or an herbal paste between the moxa and the skin. The cone is burned to provide healing benefits.

The more common method of provide Moxibustion is indirectly. An Acupuncture Physician lights a stick of moxa and holds it over an acupuncture point, or lights a small piece of moxa that is placed on an inserted needle. This technique is more commonly used because the risk of burning the skin is minimized.