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Moxibustion
Moxibustion involves the burning of moxa, an herbal wool made from the leaves of the Mugwort plant, over specific acupoints. The moxa is often formed it into a small cone or rice shape. It can be placed on the tip of a needle or on the skin. The radiant heat produced by moxibustion penetrates deeply into the body to restore balance, promote circulation, and reduce pain. This form of treatment, usually combined with acupuncture, is indicated for improving general health and treating chronic conditions such as arthritis, digestive disorders, pain, infertility, ulcers, and many other ailments.
Benefits of Moxibustion
Brings an inflammatory response to the area
Chemicals from moxa left over after burning have a positive effect on the
immune cells of the body
Increases circulation of lymphocytes in the body and helps produce interferons in the body
Marked increase of the circulation of white blood cells in the body
Cupping
In addition to acupuncture needles, cupping therapy has been part of Chinese medicine for over 2,500 years. Originally, animal horn was used for cupping, later on brass, ceramic, and bamboo cups were used. Today, we use glass or plastic cups in a variety of different sizes. Cupping is like a very deep tissue massage. The practitioner applies the cup to the body, most commonly on the back. A vacuum is created by heat or a pump, which draws the skin up into the cup. The result is a movement of fresh blood to the area, release of toxins, acupuncture point stimulation, increased circulation of blood and lymph, relaxation of tight muscles, and reduced inflammation. Cupping does leave noticeable marks. Although they can look alarming, they are not painful and will disappear on their own within 3-7 days.
Most commonly, it’s used for aches and pains of various types including low back and leg pain, neck and shoulder tension, and fibromyalgia. It also helps open up the chest and benefits the lungs to treat respiratory problems such as cough, bronchitis, asthma, and the like. It can even benefit menstrual problems and digestive problems including stomach aches, vomiting, and diarrhea.
Tui Na
Tui na is a therapeutic massage developed in China over 2,000 years ago. Tui na is effective for musculoskeletal problems such as sports injury, neck pain, shoulder tension, lower back pain, and numbness and tingling sensation in the limbs. Tui na is also good for relieving headaches, stress, anxiety, depression, and insomnia. Unlike many modern drug-based or surgery-based treatments, Tuina has minimal side effects.
Tui na’s techniques range from light stroking to deep-tissue work. They include the use of hand techniques to massage soft tissues (muscles and tendons), as well as stretching, acupressure, and other techniques to realign musculoskeletal relationships, relax muscle spasm, mobilize joints, and reduce inflammation. Herbal ointments or liniments can also be used topically to enhance the above therapeutic methods.
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