Limit of Heat period in 2024: 22 August – 6 September.
2024年处暑时期：8月22日-9月6日。
How does Moxibustion benefit us during Limit of Heat?
处暑艾灸养生之用
Limit of Heat marks the end of the damp-heat period for the year. During this period, it is recommended to cultivate our digestive system. Moxibustion therapy is an effective method to nourish the stomach and spleen which will improve the digestive function.
处暑的到来意味着本年度年湿热季的结束。此时是保健消化系统的好时机。艾灸能够有效帮助调养脾胃，从而达到优化消化功能的疗效。
Acupoint For Moxibustion
艾灸穴位推荐
1. Gongsun Point (SP4)
Functions:
– Strengthen the stomach and spleen
– Improve the digestive system
Location:
On the medial aspect of the foot, in the depression distal and inferior to the base of the 1st metatarsal bone.
– Hold the lighted moxa stick 2cm above the acupoint.
– Move the moxa stick in slow circular motion (radius distance up to 2cm from acupoint) around the point for 10-15 min or until skin is warm and lightly flushed.
– Repeat on the other limb.
*Please consult our TCM Physician should you have doubts before moxibustion.
1. 公孙穴（SP4）
功效：
健脾胃，调冲任
位置：
在足内侧缘，当第一跖骨基底部的前下方。
– 将艾条点燃后，在上述穴位上方距离肌肤2厘米处缓慢绕圈（以穴位为圆心半径2厘米以内）挥动10-15分钟、或直至上述穴位有温热感且肌肤淡淡泛红即可。
– 于另一脚穴位处重复上述操作。
*若您有任何疑问，建议在进行艾灸前，咨询我们的中医师。