Not all cold and flu patients are suitable for moxibustion treatment. Generally, acupuncture points such as Lung Yu and Da Shi can be selected for moxibustion.
Lung Yu is located on the back of the 3rd thoracic vertebra under the spinous process, 1.5 inches away from the back center line. It can nourish yin and moisten the lungs, clear away heat and tonify the deficiency, and open the orifices to awaken the spirit. It can be used for cough, asthma, hemoptysis, itching, and addiction rash.
Great Vertebrae is located in the spinal region, in the depression under the spinous process of the 7th cervical vertebra, on the posterior midline. It can relieve exterior heat, calm spasm and tranquilize the mind, and regulate yang and qi. It can be used for fever, malaria, malignant cold (fear of cold) fever, cough, asthma, epilepsy, pediatric convulsions, strong collar, spinal pain, rubella, and acne.
Wind Gate is on the back, under the spinous processes of the 2 thoracic vertebrae, 1.5 inches away from the posterior midline. It can promote the lungs to expel wind and clear heat. It can be used for cough, asthma, hemoptysis, itching, and addiction rash.
Patients are advised to use moxibustion under the guidance of a doctor.