Marma point massage is a deeply restorative and transformative healing technique which is used in traditional Ayurvedic massage, or abhyanga.
Abhyanga, meaning warm oil massage is a completely unique massage that uses ancient wisdom to heal the body, mind and spirit.
Marma points were developed centuries ago in India and were meticulously recorded by healing experts. There are over 100 of them in total and the points are believed to form the basis of acupuncture points.
Marmas are energetic pressure points which contain prana, or life-force energy and allow it to flow properly through the body. In ancient times they were called ‘bindu’, meaning secret dot, or mystic point. They are a bridge between body, mind and soul and are often located where veins, arteries, bones, joints and tendons intersect.
This massage therapy stimulates these energetic pressure points, or marma points in the body by gently massaging them. Marma points are a vital aspect of Ayurvedic healing power. They are regarded as doors or pathways to change and improve the biochemistry of the body by activating its inner pharmacy.
Marmas medically are known as neurolymphatic points. When touched at the right time by a professional trained in ayurvedic medicine, these energetic pressure points facilitate the deepest levels of healing, releasing stagnant energy and profoundly affect the body, mind and spirit. Stimulating them through massage helps to flush out toxins from the lymphatic system. Massaging marma points allows the body to produce exactly what is needed when it comes to hormones and other neurochemicals that are essential for the healthy functioning of the body.
Neurochemicals help with:
- Breathing and muscle movement
- Memory and learning
- Heartbeat and blood pressure
- Thinking and feeling
- Stress response and hormone regulation
- Sleeping, healing and ageing.
- Digestion, hunger and thirst
Marma points are used in Abhyanga ( Ayurvedic warm herbal oil massage) to improve circulation, help release blocked energy and to enhance the body’s natural ability to heal. The massages promote emotional balance and spiritual growth and can be used both as a preventative measure and to treat a wide range of issues, including pain, stress, addiction, anxiety, urinary, hormonal and digestive issues.
Come and try one for yourself. You can book an Ayurvedic massage therapy with me in central Brighton at Silk, off London Road or at About Balance in the North Laine.