A technique that involves burning dried mugwort (moxa) near or on the surface of the skin at acupuncture points to warm and invigorate Qi and blood.
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Moxibustion belongs to the Acupuncture Technique group of Traditional Chinese Medicine terminology. Browse the full TCM glossary or the related terms below.
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