Abstract

A CORRELATIVE STUDY OF MARMA SHARIR WITH NERVE PLEXUSES AND MYOFASCIAL TRIGGER POINTS IN MODERN ANATOMY

Dr. O. P. Dwivedi*

Abstract

This study investigates the anatomical and physiological connections between Marma Sharir, a key concept in Ayurveda, and two modern anatomical components: nerve plexuses and myofascial trigger points. Marma points are vital locations where muscles, blood vessels, ligaments, bones, and joints converge, acting as centres of prana (life force). Similarly, nerve plexuses consist of networks of nerves responsible for motor and sensory functions, while myofascial trigger points are hyperirritable spots in muscle that can cause pain and dysfunction. The study highlights overlapping features such as anatomical positioning, pain sensitivity, and therapeutic potential, suggesting a significant relationship between these systems. By comparing the three, the goal is to foster an integrative medical approach that combines Ayurvedic principles with modern biomedical practices. This can enhance pain management, improve surgical awareness of vital areas, and support holistic healing through targeted therapies like Marma Chikitsa and trigger point release, ultimately leading to more effective patient-centered healthcare.

Keywords: Marma Sharir, Nerve Plexus, Myofascial Trigger Points, Ayurveda, Integrative Medicine, Pain Management, Vital Points.