Kalari Marma Chikilsa - TREATMENT
It is a method to cure the defects affected on the marmas (vital points) of the human body. Since ancient times, Ayurveda has had different categories and tradition in Kerala. Kalari Marma Chikilsa is one such unique tradition.The damaged marmas could be the result of some injury in the past which leads to chronic conditions or emotional insecurity, that is detected by a Kalari Gurukkal and treated.
Ayurvedic Kalari Massage
Kalari massage blends the body, mind and spirit. It harmonises the biological system of the body, enhances the circulation of body fluids and activates the lymnphatic system of the body, thus working as a cleaning agent. Kalari massage is a positive approach to good health. Even if you do not suffer from any disease you can use it to promote and rejuvenate the body and mind.
Features of Kalari Massage
1. Combines with Yoga, Pranayama and Meditation.
2. Improves blood and lymphatic ciruclation
3. Allows life-energy to flow freely
4. Provides full relaxation and releases emotional stress
5. Balances the sapta dhatu (seven tissues)
6. Stimulates the nadi sutra or ayurvedic acu-pressure
7. Stimulates marma
8. Stimulates foot points (foot reflexology)
Therapeutical Effects
It is a safe treatment for various physical problems like back pain, slip-disc, spondilitis, sciatia, rheumatism, paralysis, arthritis, head ache, muscular problems, nervous weakness, gas trouble, anxiety, weakness, obesity, feeling of insecurity and agitation, insomnia, sports-related ailments like over training syndrome, tentinites etc.
Three Forms of Kalari Massage
1. Sukha Thirummu - this system of massage rids the body from aches and muscular pains and also provides relaxation.
2. Raksha Thirummu - this massage is for holistic healing and rejuvenation.
3. Katcha Thirummu - this massage increase body flexibility and endurance, is particularly efficacious for those who practice martial arts, sports and dance. Combined with postures of yoga, it gives pliability and suppleness to the body.
The medical approach to every disease should be three dimensional, physical, mental and spiritual and this is, to a great extent, achieved through Kalari Chikilsa.