Description
Practical MOXA Manual
Book Summary
This manual provides a complete and accessible guide to moxibustion, a traditional Chinese therapy that uses the heat of mugwort to stimulate acupuncture points. Dr. Yves Requena reveals why this ancient technique, despite its proven efficacy, remains little known in the West. Through clear explanations and practical applications, the reader will discover how the mugwort stick, upon reaching temperatures of up to 600 ºC, generates an infrared spectrum with powerful therapeutic benefits, offering a natural and non-invasive alternative for treating various ailments.
What is it about?
The work delves into moxa as a therapeutic method, explaining its foundation in traditional Chinese medicine. The author details the use of the mugwort stick, the most widely used instrument in the East, describing how its radiant heat, when applied at a safe distance from the skin, is painless and leaves no marks. The book addresses the comparison with other forms of therapeutic heat, such as hot water bottles or infrared rays, highlighting the uniqueness of mugwort. Throughout its pages, practical protocols for treating conditions such as rheumatism are presented, integrating theory with real cases and tips for safe and effective application at home or in a professional practice.
Main Topics
- Moxibustion with mugwort stick: technique, safety, and dosage.
- Foundations of traditional Chinese medicine applied to thermal therapy.
- Infrared spectrum and therapeutic effects of mugwort heat (500-600 ºC).
- Comparison with Western heat methods (hot water bottles, poultices, infrared rays).
- Practical protocols for the treatment of common ailments (rheumatism, among others).
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at healthcare professionals, acupuncture and Chinese medicine therapists, as well as students of these disciplines. It is also of great utility to individuals interested in natural and complementary therapies who are looking for a practical and rigorous guide on moxa, whether for personal use or to expand their knowledge of therapeutic heat techniques.
What this book contributes
- Clear understanding of moxa as a little-known but effective therapeutic alternative.
- Practical instructions for applying the mugwort stick safely and without discomfort.
- Scientific foundation explaining why mugwort heat is especially beneficial.
- Tools for integrating moxibustion into treatments for rheumatism and other conditions.
Data sheet
- Author: Requena, Dr. Yves
- Publisher: Mandala Ediciones
- Language: Spanish
- Topic: TRADITIONAL MEDICINE AND HERBAL REMEDIES, CHINESE MEDICINE AND ACUPUNCTURE
- Collection: TRADITIONAL CHINESE MEDICINE
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: April 2024
- Number of pages: 250
- Weight: 208 g
Editorial Review
This manual stands out for its practical approach and its ability to make an ancient technique with solid scientific backing accessible. Dr. Requena's work is especially valuable for those seeking natural alternatives for the treatment of pain and inflammation, offering a clear and reproducible methodology. Reading it is recommended for both therapists who wish to expand their therapeutic arsenal and for patients interested in complementing their care autonomously.