Ayurveda and Marma Therapy: Energy Points in Yogic HealingThis is the first book on marma therapy published in the West. It clearly describes the 107 main marma points in location, properties and usage. It explains in detail how to treat them with many methods including massage, aromas, herbs and yoga practices. Ayurveda and Marma Therapy is an essential reference guide for all students of Yoga, Ayurveda, massage or natural healing. |
Contents
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Their Nature and Classification | 27 |
Marmas and the Practice of Yoga | 41 |
The Many Methods of Marma Therapy | 63 |
The Many Methods of Marma Therapy | 75 |
Table of Marmas and Their Treatment | 83 |
Marmas on the Arms and Hands | 95 |
Marmas on the Back and Hips | 161 |
Marmas on the Head and Neck | 177 |
Supplemental Material and Appendices | 209 |
Marmapuncture Ayurvedic Acupuncture | 215 |
Names and Classification of Marmas | 223 |
Sanskrit Ayurvedic Terms | 229 |
Bibliography | 241 |
Resources | 251 |
Common terms and phrases
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