Article: EXPLORING THE CLINICAL IMPACT OF MARMA CHIKITSA: A FOCUS ON SHIRA MARMA IN MANAGING URDHVAJATRUGATA VYADHI

Article Category: Review articles

DOI: 10.7897/2277-4343.155180

Pages: 174-180

Author: Neelam Dhabhai *, Hemendra Kumar Verma, Mahendra Kumar Sharma

Abstract: Marma Chikitsa is an important principle of Ayurveda, based on the manipulation of 107 sensitive points called Marmas, as mentioned in the ancient books Charak Samhita and Sushrut Samhita. This review focuses on the Shira Marma and its specific use in treating urdhvajatrugata vyadhi, which includes headaches, migraines, and cervical pain. The Shira Marma is vital in controlling Prana, the human physiological vigor, and balancing the autonomic and endocrine systems. Understanding how to activate Shira Marma can help alleviate symptoms, improve patient well-being, and prevent the progression of diseases into chronic conditions. This review also highlights the general use of Marma therapy for a wide range of physical, mental, and spiritual ailments. Integrating traditional Ayurvedic principles with modern clinical practices, Marma chikitsa offers an effective approach to health and healing, emphasizing the importance of Shira Marma in managing challenging head and neck conditions.

Keyword: Marma (vital points), Ayurveda, Prana (Life force or vital energy), Marma chikitsa, Holistic healing