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Healing<br />
with Moxibustion<br />
By Linda Sullivan, DOM<br />
This powerful treatment stimulates circulation <strong>and</strong> a<br />
smoother flow of blood through the acupuncture points<br />
<strong>and</strong> throughout the body. It also produces a calming, analgesic<br />
(pain relieving) effect. When the skin is warmed by the<br />
moxibustion process, an anti-inflammatory response is initiated<br />
<strong>and</strong> the healing response is triggered. It’s an amazing therapeutic<br />
tool that’s been used with acupuncture for centuries.<br />
Moxibustion can be applied in dif-<br />
ferent ways; directly or indirectly. Direct<br />
moxibustion therapy involves the process<br />
of burning the dried herb artemesia<br />
vulgaris over certain parts of the body or<br />
acupuncture needles. This produces heat,<br />
Traditional Moxibustion<br />
which can penetrate deeply into the muscles<br />
Set from Ibuki (Japan) <strong>and</strong> acupuncture meridians. The fragrance<br />
of the herb travels through the meridians regulating Qi (life force)<br />
<strong>and</strong> blood, <strong>and</strong> expelling cold from the meridians. The process can<br />
beautifully resolve the symptoms of the common cold, abdominal<br />
discomfort (<strong>and</strong> other types of pain), diarrhea <strong>and</strong> muscle spasms.<br />
It also works well when used for urinary problems, phlegm in the<br />
lungs, poor digestion, nodules in the skin <strong>and</strong> arthritis.<br />
In conjunction with acupuncture, moxibustion therapy can<br />
also be very effective for many diseases <strong>and</strong> conditions including<br />
back pain, muscle stiffness, headaches, migraines, tendonitis,<br />
arthritis, digestive disorders, anxiety, <strong>and</strong> female health problems<br />
such as menstrual cramps, irregular periods, <strong>and</strong> infertility.<br />
In the h<strong>and</strong>s of a skilled doctor of Oriental Medicine who underst<strong>and</strong>s<br />
where <strong>and</strong> how to apply it, moxibustion can be used<br />
safely <strong>and</strong> effectively with great results. To learn more about moxibustion<br />
<strong>and</strong> whether or not it could benefit, you, please call Linda<br />
Sullivan, DOM at 505-822-1490.<br />
Dr. Sullivan’s Acupuncture <strong>and</strong> Herbal Clinic is located at 5341<br />
Wyoming Blvd. NE, near Spain <strong>and</strong> she offers a wide range of<br />
services including Tung Style acupuncture, herb therapy, essential<br />
oil therapy, <strong>and</strong> more. She specializes in treating gastrointestinal<br />
disorders, facial rejuvenation <strong>and</strong> pain management. 505-822-1490,<br />
www.drlindasullivan.com<br />
Become Well – Stay Well – Rejuvenate<br />
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AND SO MUCH MORE!<br />
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505.822.1490<br />
www.drlindasullivan.com<br />
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