Marma chikitsa is an ayurvedic
method of treatment similar to acupuncture. Marma chikitsa is older than acupuncture
and was practiced by the rishis of the ancient
India. It differs from other hands on therapies because of its spiritual content.
As per Ayurveda there are 107
major special spots in our body ranging in size from 1 inch to 6 inches in
diameter which are considered as the doorways to our mind and body. Mind is considered as the 108th
marma. There are minor marmas which are spread along the torso and the limps.
These marma points were clearly mapped
centuries ago in the ayurvedic text named, ‘Sushruthi Samhitha’. As per Ayurveda
there are seven chakras in our body which are considered as the vibration energy
centers along the subtle body and not the physical body. They are considered to
be lying along the spine in human beings. The 107 marmas are located in our
body parts as detailed below.
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37 on head and neck
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22 on arms
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22 or extremities
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12 on stomach and chest
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14 on back
How is Marma chikitsa performed?
During Murma chikitsa the points
on body coming under the Marma are stimulated. This stimulation clears the
blockage giving physical relaxation as well as psychological relief. By this therapy the sensitive and the subtle energy
points in the body known as srothas are opened and the strength and energy are
radiated into the body. Gently pressing the Marma points have been found to stimulate
a sequence of positive events.
Benefits of Marma chikitsa
Experience has shown that Marma
chikitsa is profound and has far
reaching effects in the life of
candidates who undergo this treatment. Dramatic shifts have been experienced by
many patients in their mental, emotional and spiritual outlook. Some of the
benefits of Marma chikitsa are explained below.
1. Relief
from chronic pain
2. Detoxification
of body at all levels
3. Skin
becomes fresher and radiant in its appearance.
4. Body
temperature and doshas are balanced.
5. Neuro
chemicals like serotonin, melatonin etc are released giving deeper sleep and better
cognitive function.
In short, Marma chikitsa modifies
your consciousness and changes your awareness.
By massaging Marma points controlling of prana (energy levels), motor
and sensory organs becomes easier. One
feels younger and life becomes awesome.

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