12/21/2025
A new qualitative study in Hong Kong examines why moxibustion therapy—despite documented benefits—remains underused in healthcare settings.
Researchers found key barriers include limited training and regulation, cultural skepticism, and gaps in research funding. At the same time, growing patient interest in holistic care and stronger scientific validation could accelerate its integration into modern, integrative healthcare systems.
Moxibustion therapy, a traditional Chinese medicine technique involving the burning of mugwort to stimulate acupuncture points, has gained attention in various healthcare settings. In Hong Kong, a