Qihai Point, "Qi" refers to gaseous substances, "Hai" means large. It is said that the Ren Meridian's water and qi are located here, hence the reputation of "warming the whole body with one point". Let's take a look at the effects and benefits of moxibustion on Qihai Point.
The Effects of Moxibustion on Qihai Point
Qihai Point, also known as Upper Dantian, is the sea of all qi and an important acupoint for health preservation. By stimulating Qihai Point with moxibustion, it can warm the meridians, promote the flow of qi and blood, strengthen the body's foundation, and nourish the essence. When qi flows, blood flows, and when blood flows, stasis disperses. By promoting blood circulation and removing coldness, it can warm and strengthen the whole body.
The Benefits of Moxibustion on Qihai Point
Moxibustion on Qihai Point can warm the whole body with one point, ensuring smooth meridians, abundant qi, and a relaxed body and mind. It has significant effects on warming the uterus, protecting the reproductive system, and revitalizing the qi and blood throughout the body. It can also promote intestinal peristalsis and enhance digestive function. It is particularly suitable for people with low energy, overall body chill, weak constitution, insufficient yang qi, and poor complexion.
Main Diseases Treated by Moxibustion on Qihai Point
Qihai Point has the functions of regulating menstruation, strengthening the body, and assisting yang qi. It is commonly used in clinical practice to treat weakness, thinness, physical weakness, diarrhea, dysentery, impotence, nocturnal emissions, painful menstruation, amenorrhea, excessive leukorrhea, irregular menstruation, and lochia not discharged completely.
Picture of the Location for Moxibustion on Qihai Point
Lie on your back, first locate Guanyuan Point, and then find the point at the midpoint of the line connecting the navel and Guanyuan Point, or 1.5 inches below the navel on the midline of the abdomen.
The Correct Method of Moxibustion on Qihai Point
The recipient lies flat on their back, and the moxibustion practitioner stands beside them, holding a lit moxa stick. The moxa stick is aimed at the moxibustion site, with a distance of 1.5-3 centimeters from the skin. The moxibustion is performed in a parallel or rotating motion, with 1 session every other day, lasting for 10-20 minutes per session, until the skin develops a red flush.
