How many days does solar term moxibustion usually take?

Solar term moxibustion generally takes 3-7 days, and the specific time needs to be adjusted according to physical constitution, solar term characteristics and conditioning purposes.

Solar moxibustion is usually performed within 3 days before and after solar terms. Continuous moxibustion for 3 days can help the body adapt to natural changes and improve the movement of qi and blood. If the body constitution is weak and cold or the symptoms are obvious, it can be extended to 5 days, once a day, 20-30 minutes each time. For the treatment of chronic diseases or sub-health conditions, some people need to continue for 7 days to consolidate the effect, but they need to avoid long-term continuous moxibustion that may cause skin sensitivity or irritation. During moxibustion, skin reactions should be observed. If redness, swelling, or burning pain occurs, it is necessary to pause. After moxibustion, keep warm, avoid catching cold, and drink warm water appropriately to promote metabolism.

It is not advisable to take a bath, blow dry, or eat raw or cold food within 24 hours after solar term moxibustion. Pregnant women, patients with high fever, those with damaged skin and those with a constitution of yin deficiency and fire exuberance should use with caution. It is recommended to formulate a personalized plan under the guidance of a professional Chinese medicine practitioner, and select acupuncture points based on tongue and pulse syndrome differentiation, such as Zusanli, Guanyuan, etc. If you experience dizziness, fatigue or other discomfort after moxibustion, you need to stop immediately and consult a doctor. Daily exercise can be combined with Baduanjin, slow walking and other mild exercises to enhance the conditioning effect.