What is the best time to do moxibustion on Yongquan acupoint?

Yongquan acupoint plays a very important role in our physical health. It is the number one acupoint related to kidney health. It is said in ancient books: "The kidney comes from Yongquan, and Yongquan is the center of the foot." This means that the source of kidney qi is at the Yongquan acupoint on the center of the foot. Therefore, patients with insufficient kidney qi can use our traditional moxibustion treatment method to stimulate the Yongquan acupoint, which can not only warm and nourish the kidney yang, but also have a good effect on alleviating and treating various kidney diseases.

Moxibustion on the Yongquan acupoint can cure neurasthenia, insomnia, hypersomnia, hypertension, dizziness, gynecological diseases, cold intolerance, etc. The Yongquan point is located on the sole of the human foot, in the depression at the front of the foot, one-third of the way between the ends of the web between the 2nd and 3rd toes and the heel. It is the lowest point in the body and the first point of the kidney meridian. Using moxa sticks to moxibustion the Yongquan acupoint for 20 minutes before going to bed every night can treat insomnia.

When applying moxibustion, aim at the Yongquan acupoint, about 1 inch high, until the patient feels local warmth and the skin appears rosy. Stop taking sleeping pills during treatment. The patient can perform the operation himself or herself or have a family member help him or her. Yongquan acupoint is the well point of the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian, which has the effect of calming the mind and relieving fainting. It is also the place where the qi of the Foot Shaoyin Kidney Meridian originates. It can communicate yin and yang, open and close the orifices, and achieve the purpose of preventing premature aging and preventing and treating diseases.

Moxa sticks are a common Chinese medicinal material in our lives. Its medicinal effect is mainly aimed at those with insufficient kidney qi and deficiency of both qi and blood. In our country, people also have the habit of using moxa sticks to fumigate the house, because using moxa sticks to fumigate the room can effectively kill bacteria and viruses in the air. It is also very effective in preventing colds and inhibiting the growth of parasites and bacteria. However, after fumigating the room with moxa sticks, you must open the windows for ventilation within 2 hours to reduce indoor smoke.