Moxibustion is not recommended for women during menstruation.
Moxibustion refers to the ignition of moxa sticks or cones, smoked and ironed the patient’s acupoints as well as the surrounding skin, in order to achieve the effect of warming the meridians and activating collaterals, activating qi and blood circulation, dispersing cold and removing dampness, and it can be used to treat stomach ache, hypothermia, rheumatism paralysis and other illnesses.
People who are overworked, overfed, or emotionally agitated should be cautious of moxibustion. Moxibustion should be avoided at the aorta, at the heart, and at the lumbosacral area of pregnant women.
This treatment has the effect of invigorating the blood, so moxibustion of the lower abdomen is not recommended for women who are menstruating, as it may lead to excessive menstruation and other adverse reactions.
Patients who need to perform moxibustion should go to the hospital in time to receive regular treatment, and not unauthorized moxibustion, so as not to cause adverse consequences.