Rheumatism belongs to the category of “paralysis” in traditional Chinese medicine, and moxibustion is mostly used to treat the points such as Ahshi point (the point where acidity, numbness, distension and pain are obvious), Shenque point, Kidney point, Vitality point, and Foot Sanli point, etc. Rheumatism manifests itself in different parts of the body.
Rheumatism manifests itself in different parts of the body, and moxibustion at the painful points is a common method. It can be combined with other acupoints that activate blood circulation, remove blood stasis, dispel wind and clear channels, and tonify the kidneys at the same time.
For rheumatism in the elbow joints and finger joints of the upper limbs, moxibustion should be carried out at Hegu, Quchi, Taiyuan and Daling points.
For rheumatism in the lower limbs, choose Huanjiu Point, Chengfu Point, Huizhong Point, Chengshan Point, Kunlun Point and other points that are more commonly used. For kidney deficiency accompanied by rheumatism, more with the kidney Yu point, the fate of the point treatment. It is recommended to choose the appropriate acupoints for acupuncture and moxibustion under the guidance of a doctor.
Rheumatism moxibustion acupuncture points due to different identification of the existence of large differences, it is recommended to go to the regular hospital, under the guidance of the doctor for moxibustion treatment, do not take unauthorized treatment, in order to avoid adverse consequences.