MARMA THERAPY IN PAIN MANAGEMENT

Dr. Jyoti Shukla* and Dr. S. K. Mulay

ABSTRACT

Pain is commonly occurring problem and it is particularly prevalent in older adults. Persistent pain may be the result of musculoskeletal conditions, cancer and cancer treatments, neuropathic conditions, trauma or limb amputation, surgery and other invasive procedures or therapies are also associated with pain, as are various psychological conditions. Ayurveda is a part of the older spiritual heritage of humanity that contains secret knowledge and profound wisdom. The science of Marma (like vital points according to modern concept) is an extra ordinary and dynamic part mentioned in ayurvedic texts, having importance regarding traumatic effect. These points should be protected from injury during surgical tratment. On the other hand these Marma are considered as healing points. Marma therapy provides Tridosha – Triguna samya (balance) as these points are seat of Prana. Marma therapy supplements and supports all ayurvedic therapies, increasing their effectiveness and ability to awaken the healing power of the body. Another form of therapy related to body surface point is acupressure and acupuncture. These therapies use various meridian points to cure and prevent several diseases. The present study reveals correlation with various Marma points involved in Marma chikitsa and meridian points on with regards to its mode of action against pain mechanism.

Keywords: Marma chikitsa, Marma, Meridian points, Pain mechanisms.