# Unconventional Heat Treatments Fire Dragon Therapy Literally Sets Patients on Fire By Meghan Young | Published 2014-06-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fire-dragon-therapy References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2014/06/23/Fire-Therapy-The-New-Hot-Thing-in-Weird-Medical-Treatment/) & [chineseenergytherapy.co.nz](http://www.chineseenergytherapy.co.nz/Chinerchi%20Therapy/Treatments/Fire%20Therapy.html) Fire Dragon Therapy is yet another exotic Eastern treatment that literally sets patients on fire. Yet instead of feeling excruciating pain and smelling the burning of flesh, they are greeted with a [comforting warmth and release of tension](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wellness-treatment) that could very well be better than a massage. Granted, the kneading of muscles cannot be matched. Originating from Tibet, Fire Dragon Therapy is particularly beneficial to people with [chronic pain conditions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/targeted-pain-relief), functional disorders and/or a variety of stress related illnesses. It is touted as curing [depression](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mind-oasis), diarrhea, indigestion and infertility amongst other mental and physical issues. Neatorama writes that "the fire therapy involves placing a 'fire rope' made from some 20 different Chinese herbs on the victim's, er patient's body. After covering the rope with a plastic wrap, two wet towels are placed on top. Then, alcohol is poured on top of the towels and an attendant set the whole thing on fire!" ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 84% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Exotic Eastern Therapies:** Exploring unconventional and unique therapies from Eastern cultures that offer alternative treatments and potential benefits for various physical and mental health conditions. - **Heat-based Therapeutic Practices:** Embracing heat-based therapies as a holistic approach for pain management, stress reduction, and overall well-being, incorporating innovative techniques like Fire Dragon Therapy. - **Herbal Fire Treatments:** Exploring the use of herbal fire treatments as a potential alternative therapy that combines traditional Chinese medicine with heat therapy, offering potential benefits for certain health issues. ### Where This Applies - **Alternative Medicine:** The alternative medicine industry can leverage unconventional Eastern therapies like Fire Dragon Therapy to offer unique treatments and expand their offerings. - **Wellness and Spa:** The wellness and spa industry can incorporate heat-based therapeutic practices like Fire Dragon Therapy to provide innovative experiences and attract a wider range of customers. - **Traditional Chinese Medicine:** The traditional Chinese medicine industry can explore the integration of herbal fire treatments into their practices to offer a unique combination of therapeutic approaches and expand their treatment options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dreamlike Weightless Therapies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aerial-flow-therapy.md) - [Chinese Herb CBD Blends](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dragon-hemp.md) - [Pain Relief Therapy Mats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapy-mats.md) - [Therapeutic Pillow Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/therapeutic-pillow.md) - [4-In-1 Back Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thermback-led.md) - [Cooling Acupressure Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coolcura.md) - [Self-Heating Foot Therapy Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/emsense-triple-therapy-foot-massager.md) - [Revolutionary Therapeutic Beds](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trifecta-light-bed.md) - [Scotland-Themed Spa Treatments](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-stone-massage.md)