What is another word for Moxa?
Pronunciation: [mˈɒksə] (IPA) 
Moxa is the traditional Chinese medicine practice of burning dried mugwort to stimulate specific points on the body. However, there are several synonyms for this word that you may encounter in different cultures and regions. In Japan, moxa is known as moxibustion, a term that is also used in some English-speaking countries. In Korea, it is called jeonju and in Vietnam, it is called Nieu. There are also other terms used in different regions for moxa, such as charring herb, yomogi, aiye, and Artemisia vulgaris. Whatever it may be called, moxa is consistently used as a form of alternative medicine to promote relaxation, relieve pain and boost immunity.
