How to maintain health and where to get moxibustion at the beginning of winter

Health preservation at the beginning of winter can be done through moxibustion at acupuncture points such as Guanyuan point, Zusanli point, Shenshu point, Yongquan point, and Dazhui point. These acupuncture points respectively correspond to the functions of warming and replenishing yang energy, strengthening the spleen and stomach, strengthening the kidneys and strengthening the root, inducing fire to return to the original source, dispelling cold and unblocking meridians.

1. Guanyuan point:

Located three inches below the navel, it is an important point on the Ren channel. Moxibustion at the Guanyuan point can warm and replenish Jiao Yang Qi, and improve problems such as cold hands and feet in winter, dysmenorrhea due to cold uterus. It is recommended to use mild moxibustion for 15-20 minutes each time, and massage the lower abdomen with hot hands for better results. People with yin deficiency and excessive fire need to be cautious.

2. Zusanli point:

There is a depression three inches below the outside of the knee, which belongs to the Stomach Meridian of Foot Yangming. Moxibustion on this point can enhance the function of the spleen and stomach and prevent indigestion in winter. When using bird peck moxibustion, be sure to keep a proper distance and the skin will be slightly red. Moxibustion should not be performed during an acute attack of gastritis.

3. Shenshu point:

The second lumbar vertebra is 1.5 inches away from the spinous process, which is an important point for nourishing the kidneys. Beginning of winter moxibustion at Shenshu can relieve symptoms of kidney deficiency such as soreness and weakness in waist and knees, frequent nocturia, etc. It is recommended to use ginger-partition moxibustion. Ginger slices are punctured and then placed on acupoints for moxibustion. Patients with high blood pressure need to control the time of moxibustion treatment.

4. Yongquan Point:

The depression in the front third of the sole of the foot is the well point of the kidney meridian. Moxibustion and gushing water can induce the downward flow of fire and improve insomnia and dreaminess, as well as toothache due to deficiency of fire. Soak your feet in warm water before applying moxibustion. The effect of circular moxibustion is more significant. Disabled for those with damaged foot skin.

5. Dazhui point:

In the depression under the spinous process of the seventh cervical vertebra, it belongs to the Du vessel. Moxibustion on Dazhui in winter can enhance immunity and prevent colds and coughs. A moxibustion box can be used to perform moxibustion, and care should be taken to avoid burns. Patients with high fever and young children should not moxibustion this point.

When practicing moxibustion at the beginning of winter, you need to pay attention to keeping the room warm and sheltered from wind, and avoid eating raw or cold food 2 hours before and after moxibustion. It is recommended to have a warming meal such as angelica, ginger and mutton soup, and practice Baduanjin's "holding the three burners of heaven with both hands" in the morning to help the yang energy rise. The appropriate frequency of moxibustion is 2-3 times a week, and the frequency can be increased appropriately during the Sanjiu period. If symptoms of internal heat such as dry mouth and sore throat occur after moxibustion, you can drink honey water or massage Taixi point to relieve the symptoms. People with special physiques should develop personalized moxibustion programs under the guidance of traditional Chinese medicine practitioners.