Ayurveda and Marma Therapy: Energy Points in Yogic Healing (Paperback)

by David Frawley (Author), Subhash Ranade (Author), Avinash Lele (Author) "The use of pressure points for massage and acupuncture has become a popular topic in natural healing today..." (more)
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Product Description
This is the first book on marma therapy published in the West. It clearlydescribes the 107 main marma points in location, properties and usage. Itexplains 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 studentsof Yoga, Ayurveda, massage or natural healing.

Product Details

• Paperback: 272 pages
• Publisher: Lotus Press (April 30, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0940985594
• ISBN-13: 978-0940985599
• Product Dimensions: 8.7 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #33,767 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good medical information, December 1, 2007

By	Damara Shanmugan "Bri. Damara S." (La Mesa, CA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I liked this book very much and will keep it as part of my Ayuervedic library. It has very detailed and useful medical information. I was a little disappointed with the lack of spiritual information and spiritual tie-in to our physical parts. But over all a very good reference book.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Ayurveda and Marma Therapy, November 7, 2008

By	Tami Brady "Whole Health Therapist" (Calgary, Canada) - See all my reviews (TOP 100 REVIEWER)    (REAL NAME)

I think that the majority of people have some understanding of the concepts behind acupuncture and acupressure. Tiny needles or pressure is put into or onto certain points of the body. These points lay along meridian lines along which chi or life energy flows. By doing so, blockages or stagnation is eliminated and the natural flow is resumed. In turn, the body regains its health.

In some ways, Marma Therapy is similar to these methods. Marma Therapy also looks to correct the natural energy flow in the body to correct health issues. Specific points on the body are used to do so. Some forms of Marma Therapy even use acupressure techniques.

However, with Marma Therapy, these points are generally massaged in a particular way. The direction of the massage, the oils employed, the accompanying meditations, and the actual points worked upon are tailored to the individual based upon his or her Ayurvedic type and the particular excesses or deficiencies that need to be balanced. Overall, it is a far more complex process but one that is perfectly suited to the individual's needs.

7 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Keeper, May 13, 2007

By	S. Engstrom "wutangkid" (san francisco) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This has great information on what to focus on during your asana practice. Will improve your knowledge of anatomy and provide an energetic jumpstart to your practice if you use it right.