Bhutanese Moxa Stick (TCM)

Bhutan Moxa Stick — The Warming Therapy of the Himalayas

Moxibustion is one of the oldest and most respected therapies in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with a parallel tradition in Himalayan healing. A moxa stick is a tightly rolled cigar of dried and processed mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris), which is lit and held near the skin to deliver gentle, penetrating warmth to specific points along the body’s meridians. Our moxa stick is made by The Mugwort Solution, a Bhutanese wellness company based in the Startup Center at Changzamtog, Thimphu, with a sister facility in Rubesa, Wangdue Phodrang.

The stick is dense, aromatic, and slow-burning. Lit at one end, it smoulders with a deep, resinous, slightly smoky aroma and produces a steady, gentle heat that can be directed at acupoints, sore muscles, or cold areas of the body. It is widely used by TCM practitioners, acupuncturists, and home users around the world.

How to use this moxa stick in Bangkok:

• The Traditional Way (Warming Therapy): Light one end of the stick with a lighter or candle until it glows evenly. Hold the lit end 2–3cm from the skin, hovering over the desired acupoint or area. Move the stick slowly in small circular or sweeping motions to deliver gentle, even warmth. Each point is typically warmed for 5 to 15 minutes.
• For Cold Hands and Feet: Warm the Yongquan point (sole of the foot) and the Laogong point (palm) for 5–10 minutes each. This is a traditional way to bring warmth back to cold extremities.
• For Sore Muscles: Hover the stick over the sore area, moving it in slow sweeping motions. The heat helps relax tense muscles and encourages circulation.

Supported by DCSI, UNDP-Bhutan, MoLHR, the YERE Project (MoAF), and the Loden Foundation. Shelf life 3 years.