The progression of moxibustion therapy in Tang and Song Dynasty folk medicine: An analysis on the background of technology choice

YU Gengzhe

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Front. Hist. China ›› 2007, Vol. 2 ›› Issue (3) : 320-344. DOI: 10.1007/s11462-007-0019-3

The progression of moxibustion therapy in Tang and Song Dynasty folk medicine: An analysis on the background of technology choice

  • YU Gengzhe
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The changing status of moxibustion therapy in folk medicine from the Tang Dynasty to the Song Dynasty is a reflection of the distribution situation of popular medical resources during these periods. As a feasible therapy with a large popularity, moxibustion played a crucial role in the Tang Dynasty. The Song Dynasty saw some social development as well, because it was an active state power and social force in medical activities. Therefore, people at the lower class gradually benefited from decoction and acupuncture treatments, and the status of the moxibustion therapy began to decline. The changing status of moxibustion therapy in different dynasties embodies the changes in technology and the quality of life.

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YU Gengzhe. The progression of moxibustion therapy in Tang and Song Dynasty folk medicine: An analysis on the background of technology choice. Front. Hist. China, 2007, 2(3): 320‒344 https://doi.org/10.1007/s11462-007-0019-3
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