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Moxibustion in Denver

Gentle warmth that supports circulation, vitality, and recovery

Moxibustion is a traditional East Asian therapy that uses gentle warmth to support the body when it feels depleted, cold, or slow to recover. At True North, moxa is used thoughtfully and conservatively — never rushed, never forced.

When applied appropriately, moxibustion helps encourage circulation, digestion, and the body’s natural ability to restore balance.

What Is Moxibustion?

Moxibustion involves warming specific acupuncture points using dried mugwort (moxa). The heat penetrates deeply but gently, encouraging circulation and supporting the body’s internal systems.

In traditional Chinese medicine, moxibustion is used to:

  • Warm and strengthen Qi and blood

  • Support digestion and metabolism

  • Encourage circulation in areas that feel cold or stagnant

  • Promote recovery and resilience

In modern terms, moxibustion helps improve local blood flow, relax tissue, and support nervous system regulation through gentle, sustained warmth.

Is Moxibustion Safe?

Yes — when used by a trained practitioner.

At True North:

  • Heat is carefully controlled and monitored

  • Moxa is applied indirectly to avoid discomfort

  • Treatment is paced to support, not overstimulate

Moxibustion should feel warming and soothing — never burning. Your comfort always guides the process.

Why People Seek Moxibustion

Moxibustion is often helpful when symptoms reflect deficiency rather than excess.

People commonly explore moxa when they experience:

  • Fatigue or low vitality

  • Cold sensitivity or poor circulation

  • Digestive weakness or sluggishness

  • Chronic discomfort that improves with warmth

  • Recovery after illness, stress, or burnout

It’s especially supportive during seasonal transitions and times of increased demand on the body.

How Moxibustion Can Help

Moxibustion may support care for:

Energy & Vitality

  • Chronic fatigue or depletion

  • Low resilience during stress

  • Slow recovery after illness

Digestive Support

  • Poor appetite or weak digestion

  • Bloating or discomfort that improves with warmth

  • Irregular bowel patterns

Pain & Circulation

  • Discomfort influenced by cold or stiffness

  • Joint or muscle tension that feels better with heat

  • Menstrual cramps or lower abdominal discomfort

Women’s Health

  • Cycle-related discomfort

  • Support during fertility care

  • Postpartum recovery

Care is always individualized and adjusted based on how your body responds.

What a Moxibustion Treatment Is Like

Moxa is typically used during an acupuncture session.

Your practitioner will warm specific points using indirect heat, often hovering or gently warming areas through a protective medium. Sensations are commonly described as deeply relaxing, grounding, and comforting.

Many people notice a sense of calm or warmth that lasts beyond the session.

Integrated With Acupuncture Care

Moxibustion is not offered as a standalone service at True North.

It’s integrated into acupuncture treatments when warmth and nourishment best support your care. This allows treatment to remain balanced and responsive rather than overly stimulating.

The goal is to strengthen and restore — not push.

Our Approach to Moxibustion

Conservative

Used when the body benefits from support, not stimulation.

Attentive

Heat and duration are adjusted moment by moment.

Grounded

Rooted in traditional practice and informed by modern clinical understanding.

Who Moxibustion Is For

Moxibustion may be helpful if you:

  • Feel depleted rather than inflamed

  • Respond well to warmth

  • Want gentle, restorative support

  • Are navigating recovery or transition

You don’t need to request moxa specifically — your practitioner will recommend it when appropriate.

A Final Thought

Moxibustion doesn’t force change.
It offers warmth, steadiness, and support — allowing the body to regain strength at its own pace.

When used thoughtfully, it can be a powerful complement to acupuncture care.

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