The kidneys are the source of life, storing essence, balancing yin and yang, and maintaining overall health. The health of the kidneys is related to the health of all other organs. So let's take a look at where moxibustion for kidney nourishment is most effective.
Moxibustion on Shenshu Point to Boost Yang Qi and Enhance Vitality
Shenshu is located in the lower back, 1.5 inches beside the midline, below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebrae.
Moxibustion method: Lie prone, the practitioner holds a burning moxa stick, aligning the burning end with the acupoint, 2-3 centimeters away from the skin. Moxibustion treatment lasts for 10-15 minutes. Self-treatment with a moxibustion box is also possible.
Effect of moxibustion: Shenshu is the point on the back where the kidneys are reflected. Moxibustion on Shenshu can transfer the heat of moxa's pure yang fire to the kidneys, thereby warming and nourishing the kidney yang and promoting the function of the kidney essence. Sufficient kidney qi enhances vitality, and enhanced vitality leads to increased energy metabolism in the body.
Moxibustion on Mingmen Point to Supplement Kidney and Nourish Marrow, Replenishing Yang Deficiency
Mingmen is located in the lower back, on the midline, in the depression below the spinous process of the second lumbar vertebrae, directly opposite the navel.
Moxibustion method: Lie prone, the practitioner holds a burning moxa stick, aligning the burning end with the acupoint, 2-3 centimeters away from the skin. Moxibustion treatment lasts for 10-15 minutes, until the local skin becomes flushed. Moxibustion can be performed once a week. Self-treatment with a moxibustion box is also possible.
Effect of moxibustion: Mingmen is an acupoint on the Du meridian. Moxibustion on Mingmen can connect and nourish the qi and blood of the Du meridian, replenishing the deficiency in the body. Regular moxibustion on this acupoint can alleviate symptoms of yang deficiency, such as cold hands and feet in women, cold joints in the elderly, frequent urination and urgency in men.
Moxibustion on Guanyuan Point for Bidirectional Regulation and Nurturing of Yuan Qi
Guanyuan is located in the lower abdomen, on the midline, 3 inches below the navel.
Moxibustion method: Lie supine, use a burning moxa stick or have someone else hold it, aligning the burning end with the acupoint, 2-3 centimeters away from the skin. Moxibustion treatment lasts for 10-15 minutes. Self-treatment with a moxibustion box is also possible.
Effect of moxibustion: Guanyuan is an acupoint on the Ren meridian. Moxibustion on Guanyuan can enhance the yuan qi, which leads to abundant energy in the body. It can help regulate the whole body to achieve a state of health, beauty, and balance. Moxibustion on Guanyuan also has a bidirectional regulatory effect. It can help with weight loss in obese people and strengthen the body in weak individuals.
Moxibustion on Yongquan Point to Benefit the Kidneys and Clear Heat
Yongquan is located on the foot, in the hollow at the center of the sole when the toes are flexed.
Moxibustion method: Use a burning moxa stick to repeatedly circle and moxibust the Yongquan point, 3 centimeters away from the skin, for 3-5 minutes.
Effect of moxibustion: Moxibustion on Yongquan can nourish the kidneys, strengthen yang, nourish the heart, and calm the mind. It can promote physical and mental well-being and contribute to longevity. It is commonly used to treat conditions such as headaches, dizziness, childhood convulsions, insomnia, sore throat, loss of voice, mouth ulcers, difficulty with urination and bowel movements, hot feet, persistent high fever, cough, and pneumonia.
Moxibustion on Sanyinjiao Point for Harmonizing Liver and Kidney Deficiencies
Sanyinjiao is located on the inner side of the lower leg, 3 inches above the tip of the inner ankle, behind the inner edge of the tibia.
Moxibustion method: Use mild moxibustion or sparrow-pecking moxibustion, with each session lasting 20-30 minutes, once daily or every other day. Moxibustion should be performed for at least one month.
Effect of moxibustion: Sanyinjiao is the meeting point of the three yin meridians of the foot, where the qi and blood substances of the spleen meridian, liver meridian, and kidney meridian intersect. Therefore, moxibustion on this point can harmonize liver and kidney deficiencies, promote meridian circulation, delay aging, and postpone menopause.
