No matter how robust a wrestler, judo player, or martial artist may be, there are diseases that come with age. Even if one does not suffer from an incurable disease, there are ailments that are hard to avoid—one of them being joint pain.
When it comes to joint pain, there are various types, but the most representative ones are knee pain and lower back pain. These two types of pain not only cause suffering but also significantly hinder daily activities, making life very uncomfortable.
 [Korean Today] A patient with a herniated disc in the 4th and 5th vertebrae is doing moxibustion © Reporter Park Chan-doo |
In the case of knee pain, even if one receives injections known as bone injections at the hospital, it is recommended not to receive them more than six times a year. Moreover, such injections often do not lead to significant improvement, making the situation even more challenging.
Taking medication instead of injections also comes with its own set of issues, such as the side effects of antibiotics. Long-term use of medication can also harm the stomach, making treatment quite difficult. Recently, there have been cases of treatment using stem cells, but the costs involved are substantial, making it a difficult choice for many.
Lower back pain is no different. In severe cases, surgery may be required to insert artificial joints, which is painful and takes a long time to recover from. Even after surgery, a 100% recovery is not always achievable.
 [Korean Today] A patient with a herniated disc in the 4th and 5th vertebrae is doing moxibustion © Reporter Park Chan-doo |
Even when taking painkillers for these pains, initially, one might need just one pill, but later, even two pills might not suffice to alleviate the pain, making it very challenging to endure.
When symptoms worsen to the point where walking or standing becomes difficult, one might have to live with a disability.
There have been cases where knee pain was alleviated with mugwort moxibustion, and similarly, there have been cases of alleviating lower back pain, which I would like to introduce. Not only was the pain cured, but the individual also got married afterward, making it a very rewarding and joyful experience for me.
The B Auto Repair Shop in Pocheon, which I frequently visit for car repairs, is run by a very kind and generous owner, who is also a top-notch technician with several patents in the field of auto repair. I often visit this shop because the owner repairs my car honestly, at a lower cost than other places, and I enjoy our conversations.
One day, the owner shared his worries with me. His 27-year-old son was suffering from a herniated disc. Due to his job as a researcher, which required him to sit for long periods, he developed a herniated disc. The pain was so severe that it was difficult for him to sit or walk, and he was worried that his son, who was at a marriageable age, could not even dream of getting married due to the disc.
 [Korean Today] This is an image of mini mugwort moxibustion being applied to the Taichong point (by the author). A 28-year-old young man was suffering from a herniated disc, but as he continued to receive moxibustion, his condition gradually improved. Eventually, the pain disappeared, and he was freed from the torment of the disc pain. He later got married, had a son, and continues to live a healthy life to this day. © Repoter Park Chand-doo |
Feeling sorry for him, I briefly introduced the benefits and methods of mugwort moxibustion, explaining that it was not very painful, only required the cost of the mugwort, and that I would teach him for free. The owner, having tried various treatments from both Western and Eastern medicine without success, decided to suggest mugwort moxibustion to his son.
His son, suffering from severe pain, found the unfamiliar treatment method intriguing and agreed to try it. So, on a chosen Saturday, I met his son at the auto repair shop, explained the benefits and techniques of mugwort moxibustion, and taught him how to apply it.
After two months of consistent moxibustion, his condition gradually improved. By the 100th day, the pain had disappeared, and he was freed from the torment of the disc pain. He soon got married, had a son, and continues to live a healthy life. The owner often expresses his gratitude for curing his son’s herniated disc and enabling him to get married.
Mugwort moxibustion is known to treat inflammation, boost immunity, and regenerate dead cells. Therefore, I believe it is a treatment method that offers great effects at a low cost.
In the case of a herniated disc, it usually occurs due to issues with the 4th, 5th, or 6th lumbar vertebrae. To treat this with mugwort moxibustion, moxibustion is applied to the left and right of the painful area, as well as above and below it.
For example, if the issue is with the 5th lumbar vertebra, moxibustion is applied to the 4th, 5th, and 6th vertebrae, both left and right, making it six points in total. Specifically, three points are marked on the bladder meridian on each side of the lumbar vertebra, making it six points in total.
Additionally, to enhance the function of the internal organs, important acupuncture points are also treated. Basic points include Taichong, Hegu, Sanyinjiao, Zusanli, and Quchi. Additional points are treated according to the symptoms.
The owner’s son, being young, showed very quick results. Now, his son is old enough to enter elementary school, and the disc has not recurred.
 [Korean Today] A patient with a herniated disc in the 4th and 5th vertebrae appears after moxibustion © Reporter Park Chan-doo |
Compared to surgery or inserting artificial joints, mugwort moxibustion is much simpler and more effective. However, since it involves applying moxibustion to the back, it cannot be done alone and requires the help of a family member, which can be challenging.
Nevertheless, I believe mugwort moxibustion is the most effective non-surgical treatment method. I hope many people can escape the pain of herniated discs and live healthy lives through mugwort moxibustion.
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