The Qihai point, also known as the Dantian or Lower Sea, belongs to the Ren meridian. The "Copper Man Acupuncture and Moxibustion Atlas" states: "Qihai is the sea of qi where men generate their vital energy." The "Acupuncture and Moxibustion Zisheng Classic" also says: "...considering it as the sea of original qi, Qihai is the place where human vital energy is born." Regular moxibustion on this point has the effect of nourishing the original qi, benefiting the kidneys, and strengthening essence. It is an important point for health moxibustion. Common methods include gentle moxibustion on Qihai, moxibustion on Qihai with ginger as a barrier, and moxibustion on Qihai with Aconite attached.
Gentle Moxibustion on Qihai:
Hang a lit mugwort stick about 3 cm above the Qihai point, with each moxibustion lasting 10 to 20 minutes. The goal is to achieve a warm and reddish skin without burning it. Moxibustion can be done daily, every other day, or every 3 days, with a total of 10 to 15 sessions as one course of treatment.
Moxibustion on Qihai with Ginger as a Barrier:
Each moxibustion session consists of 3 to 10 cones of moxa, with each cone being about the size of a soybean or jujube pit. Moxibustion can be done daily, every other day, or every 3 days, with a total of 10 to 15 sessions as one course of treatment.
Moxibustion on Qihai with Aconite Attached:
Take a slice of Aconite that is 0.4 cm thick, soak it in water until it is fully saturated, and make a small hole in the middle. Place the Aconite slice on the Qihai point and use a moxa cone about the size of a soybean or jujube pit to do the moxibustion. The goal is to achieve a warm and comfortable feeling or a slight redness in the local area. Each session consists of 3 to 5 cones, with moxibustion performed every other day, totaling 10 sessions per month.
Moxibustion on Qihai with Aconite Attached
