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Big Foot (Si Thanka ) (ca 1820/1825 - December 29, 1890), also known as Spotted Elk, was a Minneconjou-Teton Sioux chief. The son of Lone Horn, he was cousin to Crazy Horse and half brother of Sitting Bull. Though skilled in war, he was known as a great man of peace. Following their defeat during the War for the Black Hills, he encouraged his people to live in peace, and to adapt to the white men’s ways while retaining their native language and cultural traditions. He encouraged them to adapt to life on the reservation by developing sustainable agriculture and building schools. Unfortunately, he was a victim of the Wounded Knee Massacre (1890).

Moxibustion or moxa treatment is an oriental medicine therapy involving the burning of moxa or mugwort herb (Artemisia vulgaris) close to the skin to treat diseases or produce analgesia (pain relief). Moxibustion may also utilize wormwood or other combustible and slow-burning substances. The purpose is to strengthen and stimulate the blood and qi (life energy) of the body. Moxibustion plays an important role in the traditional medical systems of China, Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Tibet, and Mongolia.