Can polycystic ovary be treated with moxibustion?

We know that only when women release mature and normal eggs can they successfully conceive. Patients with polycystic ovary generally have underdeveloped follicles and will not release mature eggs, so they need treatment to have the possibility of pregnancy. There are still many methods used clinically to treat polycystic ovary, and patients can choose according to their own situation. So, can polycystic ovary be treated with moxibustion?

1. Moxibustion on Qihai acupoint

Qihai Point is an important acupuncture point on the Ren Meridian of the human body, and is also one of the major acupuncture points for health and longevity. Located 1.5 inches below the navel, which is 2 horizontal fingers (one’s own index finger and middle finger), the Qihai point has the effects of warming the yang and replenishing qi, strengthening the body, and nourishing the essence and replenishing deficiency.

2. Moxibustion Guanyuan acupoint

Guanyuan point is located 3 inches below the navel, which is 4 horizontal fingers away. It is an important acupoint in the human body. Moxibustion of this acupoint is necessary for longevity. It has the effects of nourishing the kidneys, strengthening the body, regulating Qi and restoring Yang.

3. Moxibustion on Zusanli acupoint

There is an old Chinese saying: If you want to have a healthy body, keep the Sanli acupoint moist. There is another saying: Regularly apply moxibustion to Zusanli and you won’t need a doctor. This is enough to illustrate the importance of the Zusanli acupoint. This point is located three inches below the outer kneecap, one horizontal finger away from the tibia. It has the function of regulating the body's immunity and enhancing disease resistance.

4. Moxibustion on the Daimai acupoint

This point is located on the lateral abdomen, 1.8 inches below Zhangmen point, at the intersection of the vertical line below the free end of the 11th rib and the horizontal line of the navel. It has the effect of detoxification and regulating endocrine imbalance.

5. Moxibustion on Qugu Point

The Qugu point is located in the depression above the upper edge of the pubic symphysis in the lower abdomen. To locate the point, lie on your back and locate the point in the depression above the upper edge of the pubic symphysis on the midline of the abdomen. It has the effect of regulating qi and strengthening the kidneys.

6. Moxibustion on Sanyinjiao acupoint

Sanyinjiao is the intersection of the three yin meridians of the liver, spleen and kidney. It has the function of adjusting the balance of yin and yang in the human body. Moxibustion Sanyinjiao can adjust the qi and blood of the three yin meridians of the liver, spleen and kidney. Sanyinjiao is located on the inner side of the calf, three inches above the tip of the inner ankle and behind the inner edge of the tibia.

7. Moxibustion on Zhongji Point

Zhongji point is located in the lower abdomen, on the anterior midline, 4 inches below the navel. It has the effects of nourishing the kidneys, strengthening the body, regulating qi and restoring yang.

8. Moxibustion on Guilai Point

Guilai point is located in the lower abdomen, 4 inches below the navel and 2 inches away from the anterior midline. It has the function of regulating qi and blood.

Pro Tip:

Women during menstruation and after childbirth should strengthen their nutrition, improve their disease resistance, strictly prohibit sexual intercourse during menstruation, and keep the vulva and vagina clean. Keep a happy and stable mood and a cheerful spirit. Try to reduce various competitive pressures in life. Remember not to worry or get angry and learn to self-regulate. Keep warm, avoid catching cold, wading in the rain, or taking cold showers or swimming. Maintain a balance between work and rest, and avoid excessive physical labor. The diet should be nutritious, light and easy to digest. Avoid eating raw, cold and irritating foods to keep the body's qi and blood flowing smoothly, and the body and mind healthy.