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Because moxibustion relies on heat, a few details about you matter before it starts. Here is a short checklist to run through at your appointment.

Heat treatments start with the person

Moxibustion uses the warmth of burning moxa, usually made from mugwort, near or on the skin. Because heat is involved, the details of the person receiving it matter a great deal. Good preparation means knowing what to report during treatment and how your skin will be checked.

Details to share beforehand

Moxibustion is part of the care Dr Christine Shen, Acupuncturist, provides at the Lane Cove clinic. Before she begins, let her know if you:

• have difficulty feeling temperature, for example due to diabetes or nerve problems;
• have skin that is irritated, broken or very sensitive;
• are concerned about smoke, perhaps because of asthma or other breathing issues;
• are pregnant or have a health condition that has changed recently.

Speak up straight away

A comfortable plan includes clear permission to speak the moment the heat feels too strong. You do not need to wait until the end of the session to mention it. Christine would far rather adjust immediately than have you put up with discomfort quietly.

Aftercare and unexpected reactions

Before leaving, ask what aftercare to follow at home. If a reaction afterwards differs from what was explained, such as redness that persists or a blister, contact Christine for advice, and see your GP if needed.

Keeping the plan personal

Settle on a hand signal or a simple word that means stop or ease off. Your skin, your sensitivity to warmth and your breathing are the things that shape how moxa is used for you. Guidance meant for someone else, or a clip on social media, cannot stand in for that individual picture.

A warm welcome, safely given

Many people find the gentle warmth of moxa a pleasant part of a session once they feel confident about the safeguards. Running through this short checklist when you arrive at the Lane Cove clinic helps make that confidence possible.