Moxibustion for tendon sheath cysts can be used at Ah Yes points (points where the sensation of soreness, numbness, distension and pain is pronounced), and local meridian points according to the lesion site. Mild moxibustion with moxa sticks, each application of moxibustion for 15 to 20 minutes. It can play the role of dispersing knots and swelling, dredging and regulating the meridians.
Tendon sheath cyst belongs to the category of “tendon knot”, “tendon gathering” or “tendon tumor” in Chinese medicine. Its occurrence is mostly related to the affected joint activities, strain or traumatic stimulation and other factors. This disease is located in the tendon, belongs to the meridian tendon disease. The basic mechanism of the disease is that the meridians and tendons are strained, and the qi and fluid are stagnant.
Moxibustion can be used at A Yes point (the point with obvious pain and numbness), and according to the lesion site with local meridian points. For example, on the back of the wrist with Yangxi, Yangchi or Waiguan; on the back of the foot with Xiexi. Mild moxibustion with moxa sticks for 15-20 minutes each time. It can also be combined with fire needle and three-pronged needle for comprehensive treatment.
During or after the treatment, activities of the cyst area should be minimized, and rest and local warmth should be paid attention to, to prevent recurrence. Moxibustion treatment should be carried out under the guidance of a professional physician to avoid injury.