As a practitioner in the moxibustion industry, I have witnessed the evolution from traditional moxibustion sticks to various “innovative” products. When smokeless moxibustion sticks first gained popularity, I, like many colleagues, felt both intrigued and cautious. Today, drawing from practical experience, I would like to discuss this topic objectively.

Moxibustion—this ancient therapy accompanied by wispy smoke and a distinctive aroma—is quietly resurging in modern wellness practices. Yet behind this trend lie numerous mythologized tales and dangerous misconceptions. What is moxibustion therapy? True moxibustion is far more than simply “applying heat with fire”; it is a precise art integrating time-honored wisdom with modern scientific understanding.

Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) associates arthritis with “obstruction by cold and dampness” and “impaired qi and blood circulation”. Moxibustion uses the warmth of heat and the energy of herbs to dispel cold dampness and promote local qi and blood circulation, thereby relieving pain and restoring joint function. It is a gentle yet deep natural therapy…