Conceptual Analysis of Marma Related to Shalakya Tantra - A Review and its Anatomical Significance

Authors

  • Satyavati Department of Shalakya Tantra, National Institute of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University (De-Novo), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
  • Shamsa Fiaz Department of Shalakya Tantra, National Institute of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University (De-Novo), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
  • Nasreen Hanifa Department of Shalakya Tantra, National Institute of Ayurveda, Deemed to be University (De-Novo), Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2023.10.2.19

Keywords:

Anatomy, Marma, Prana, Shalakya Tantra, Urdhvajatrugata Bhaga, Vital points

Abstract

Background: Ayurveda the ancient a science of life deals with all aspects of human life in a complex way. The knowledge of the Marmas or vital parts is explained in the Sharira Sthana chapter in the three major texts (Samhita) such as Charaka, Sushruta, and Vagbhata. All Acharyas emphasized on the Marmas but Acharya Sushruta has described them in detail. Marma vigyana is one of Ayurveda’s unique theories wherein there is direct stimulation of Prana at Marma Stana. The body’s Urdhvajatrugata Bhaga with respect to Shalakya Tantra has numerous Marma, which is crucial anatomical places located above the clavicle since damage to this area could be fatal to the body and its sensory organs. Methods: The data for this study were gathered from classical Ayurvedic texts, publications of research work, and review articles from indexed journals. Results: Systematic review revealed thorough understanding of anatomical basis of Marmas related to Shalakya Tantra and its potential applications in clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic fields. Conclusion: Based on this literature review, it can be concluded that knowledge of regional anatomy allows better understanding of lesions with Marma since Shalakya Marmas can prove to be fatal if not dealt with utmost care.

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Published

2023-06-30

How to Cite

Satyavati, Shamsa Fiaz, & Nasreen Hanifa. (2023). Conceptual Analysis of Marma Related to Shalakya Tantra - A Review and its Anatomical Significance. Asian Pacific Journal of Health Sciences, 10(2), 91–94. https://doi.org/10.21276/apjhs.2023.10.2.19

Issue

Vol. 10 No. 2 (2023): Vol 10 | Issue 2| April - June 2023

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