Is moxibustion stick better or moxibustion patch better

With the improvement of life, more and more people pay more attention to health preservation. Now the more popular way of health preservation is moxibustion, which can detoxify, nourish the skin, expel the cold in the body, dredge the meridians, improve the body's immune function, etc. Generally, there are moxibustion sticks and moxibustion patches. The two belong to different methods, and the methods of use are naturally different. So which one is better, moxibustion sticks or moxibustion patches?

Which is better, moxibustion sticks or moxibustion patches?

Moxibustion patches are known for being smokeless and convenient, and their effects are generally good. However, compared to traditional moxibustion, the author suggests using traditional moxibustion if possible, and the effect may be better. But this is hard to say. The moxibustion patch is self-heating. It is applied to the uncomfortable part with mugwort essential oil. Then, through the heat, the medicinal effect of the mugwort penetrates into the acupuncture points or meridians.

The difference between moxibustion sticks and moxibustion patches

1. Moxibustion patch is actually a moxibustion stick, but it has a base that can be attached to the body when in use.

2. We prepare a lighter and place the base of the moxibustion patch squarely on the table. At this time, there is no need to tear off the protective film on the base.

3. Insert the moxa stick into the flat base.

4. Light the moxa stick with a lighter and then put on the scald-proof cover.

5. At this time, tear off the protective film on the base to expose the glue.

6. Then stick the prepared combination moxibustion patch on the acupuncture points that need to be stuck.

What is moxibustion stick

Moxibustion sticks are special moxa sticks used for moxibustion. Moxibustion is one of the oldest medical techniques in China and belongs to the external treatment method of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Moxibustion health care is made by making moxibustion sticks specially made from mugwort, the king of herbs. After ignition, they are placed in a moxibustion device and rolled around the meridians or the affected area to help the human body warm up the meridians, warm up the vital energy, harmonize qi and blood, moisturize the complexion, and exude a healthy look.

The moxibustion stick is cylindrical, 2mm to 240mm long and 0.4mm to 45mm in diameter; it has a mugwort fragrance and produces mugwort smoke with a long-lasting, pungent smell when lit, which is not easy to extinguish.

For example, if you want to use moxibustion on Zhongwan, Shenque, Guanyuan, and other large areas of the abdomen, then using moxibustion patches will not be enough. You will feel that the strength is not enough and the calories are insufficient. For example, if you want to do moxibustion on the Dazhui point or the back, the back of our human body belongs to Yang, and many people often suffer from back pain. Therefore, the effect of using the moxibustion patch will not be as satisfying as using the thick moxa sticks. Having said so much, everyone has their own preferences. You can use whichever you like, but for children, I still recommend using moxa patches. For children using the abdomen and waist and back, I still recommend using hanging moxibustion with moxa sticks. You can buy moxa sticks with a diameter of 1.8 cm. The effect of hanging moxibustion is better if the mother holds the moxa stick in her hand.

In fact, portable moxibustion boxes and moxibustion cups are also suitable for moxibustion, and there is no smoke. These tools are also very effective.