艾灸：用大白话讲
Moxibustion (艾灸) is the burning of a dried herb (mugwort, 艾) near the skin for warmth. Here is the honest version.
A practitioner holds a smouldering roll or places a cone at a safe distance from the skin, sometimes over an acupuncture point. The point is the gentle warmth, never a burn.
People describe a soothing warmth and relaxation in the area. It is a complement to — not a replacement for — care from your doctor.
Smoke and heat mean it is done by a trained practitioner, in a ventilated space, never on broken skin, and never during pregnancy without a clinician's say-so. We do not prescribe or recommend doses.
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No. It is a traditional practice used alongside, not instead of, your doctor's care.
Done by a trained practitioner in ventilated space. Discuss with your clinician if you have breathing issues.
Only under practitioner guidance; burns and smoke make unsupervised use risky.
Educational and cultural information only — not medical advice. We do not diagnose, prescribe, or recommend medicines or doses. If you have a health concern, consult a licensed healthcare professional. Nothing here should delay you from seeking care.