What are the methods of moxibustion for treating colds?

Influenza is a relatively common disease, especially when the seasons change. Influenza is very contagious. Once a child contracts influenza, it will develop other complications. For adults, they should also adopt some more effective methods to treat the cold, otherwise they will infect their children and family members. So here are some methods of treating colds with moxibustion.

The specific points are as follows:

1. Fengchi Point: Touch backwards from the lower edge of the bony protrusion behind the ear, you can feel a depression, which is the Fengchi Point, one on each side.

2. Fengfu Point: When finding the point, you will feel a depression along the back of the head, which is the Fengfu Point.

3. Hegu point: It is what we usually call the “tiger’s mouth”.

4. Zusanli: on the front and outer side of the calf. After bending the knee, measure three inches downwards from the small depression on the outside of the lower edge of the knee, which is Zusanli.

After lighting the moxa stick, hang it above the acupuncture point, and keep the moxa fire 2-3 cm away from the skin for fumigation. Moxibustion each acupoint for 20 minutes, and moxibustion each acupoint in turn.

Note:

1. Both Fengchi and Fengfu acupoints are covered with hair. During moxibustion, the moxa stick should be slightly raised and the hair should be pushed aside with the other hand.

2. The sooner moxibustion is used to treat colds, the better. If you experience symptoms such as high fever, sore throat, and runny nose, you should go to the hospital for treatment immediately.

The above are the methods and precautions of using moxibustion to treat colds. Moxibustion is a relatively traditional Chinese medicine treatment method in China. It is very effective in removing dampness and replenishing qi. It belongs to the internal conditioning of the body. Many patients prefer Chinese medicine treatment methods. It does not have major side effects and is very effective in conditioning the body and can improve one's immunity.