12/01/2024
Why moxabustion works for reducing inflammation?
Capsaicin, the main pungent ingredient in “hot” chili peppers, elicits a sensation of burning pain by selectively activating sensory neurons that convey information about noxious stimuli to the central nervous system, topical applications of capsaicin has been shown to be effective in reducing osteoporosis pain in the knees, hands, shoulders or hips although the protective effect of capsaicin on the progress of osteoporosis is limited.
Capsaicin receptor of moxibustion stimulation
2021 Nobel prize in physiology or medicine recognizes contributions to touch and thermal receptors, including the capsaicin receptor TRPV1. Moxibustion acts also on TRPV1,that needs to be activated above 43C.
