The theory and practice of Marma therapy is explained in this book with step-by-step full colour instructions. This Ayurvedic form of gentle massage can help with everything from headaches and back pain, to exam nerves and skin problems.
Inhaltsverzeichnis
Preface. 1. Gentle Therapy for the Energy Points. 1.1. Marmas and the Healing Power of Your Hands. 1.2. The Order and Structure of the Marmas. 1.3. Ayurvedic Principles and Marmas. 1.4. The Marma Point - Principal Control Centre. 2. Types of Marmas. 2.1. Different Treatment Methods. 3. Treatment Techniques. 3.1. General Rules for Marma Treatment. 4. Marmas - Meaning and Treatment. 4.1. Marmas on the arms and legs. 4.2. The Seven Mahamarmas and Marmas of the Chest. 4.3. Marmas of the Pelvis and Back. 4.4. The Marmas of the Head and Neck. 5. Mudras and Marmas. 5.1. Conscious gestures lead inwards. 6. Yoga and Marmas. 6.1. How to Strengthen the Marmas with Properly Executed Yoga Asanas. 6.2. The Effect of Yoga postures on the Marmas. 7. Marma Therapy and Everyday Complaints. 7.1. Supporting Self-Healing with Marmas and Ayurveda. Further Reading. Index. Acknowledgements. About the Author.