Moxibustion

Moxibustion is a complementary technique to acupuncture, which is an external method of preventing and treating disease by ignition of moxa to stimulate the points. Moxa is an herb preparation mainly made of moxa leaves that smell fragrant and is easy to be ignited. By smoldered on or held near to the acupuncture point moxibustion has the functions to warm channel (where Qi/energy flows) and expel cold, to smooth flow of Qi and blood, and subdue swelling and disperse accumulation of pathogen.

As an expert in oriental medicine in Kansas City, Dr. Fung proficiently uses moxibustion among other TCM techniques whenever and wherever appropriate. Many of her long-term patients may have already experienced its magic effect. You are welcome to try if you are interested in it.