Can I use a fan after moxibustion?

Moxibustion is a health-preserving method in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and it is very simple to operate. It only requires the use of materials made from mugwort to stimulate the acupoints to a certain extent to work. However, if you want to do moxibustion at home, it is better to ask a professional to do it, so as to avoid danger and affect the quality of moxibustion. So, can I use a fan when doing moxibustion in hot weather?

Can't.

You should not catch a cold after moxibustion, and you should also pay attention to keeping your body warm during moxibustion. Even in the hot summer, you still need to avoid catching a cold during moxibustion, especially while keeping the indoor air circulating to avoid drafts.

For example, because you cannot be exposed to wind during moxibustion, please close the doors and windows before moxibustion. The air convection in the room should not be too strong. It is better to perform moxibustion in a relatively closed environment. Do not use electric fans or air conditioners in summer.

Extended answer:

Moxibustion after taking a bath has no effect on the body. However, you should generally not take a bath within half an hour after moxibustion, because the body's meridians and pores are open after moxibustion, and taking a bath at this time will bring cold air into the body.

When cold air enters the body, it will cause the person to catch a cold. The purpose of moxibustion is to force out the coldness in the body. If you take a shower immediately after moxibustion, all the benefits will be in vain and it will affect your health. You can take a bath after resting and adjusting after moxibustion, but it is recommended to use hot water, and never use cold water.

Washing with hot water can promote blood circulation, has no effect on the body, and can also indirectly promote the effect of moxibustion. At the same time, be sure to close the windows while washing, and avoid wind, fans, or air conditioners.