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An Analytical Study on the Classification of Kshipra Marma as Kalantara Pranahara Marma in Ayurvedic Literature

D. Chauhan

2025 · DOI: 10.22214/ijraset.2025.73013
International Journal for Research in Applied Science and Engineering Technology · 0 Citations

TLDR

The primary goal is to determine why Kshipra Marma is regarded as Kalantara Pranahara Marma, a crucial Snayu Marma in Ayurveda.

Abstract

In Ayurveda, Marma are important anatomical locations where life force (prana) is stored at the intersection of

muscles, veins, ligaments, bones, and joints. These issues are delicate and have an impact on both health and illness. Since

Marma injuries can have major repercussions, they are essential for Ayurvedic diagnosis, treatment, and surgery. The depression

between the thumb and index finger of the hand and the foot is home to Kshipra Marma, a crucial Snayu Marma. It is among

the 107 Marmas that Ayurveda describes. When Kshipra is injured, it might have serious systemic implications, which is why

Kalantara Pranahara Marma. Because it plays a part in nerve and vascular function, it is essential. It affects circulation and

motor control. In Ayurveda, injury is crucial for both diagnosis and emergency management since it can disrupt systemic systems

and prolong death. Pranahara Kalantara Marmas are important body locations that, if damaged, eventually cause death rather

than instantaneous death. " Pranahara " means "life-threatening," and "Kalantara" means "after some time." In Ayurvedic

medicine, prompt diagnosis and treatment are essential since these Marmas gradually impair key processes. Therefore, the

primary goal is to determine why Kshipra Marma is regarded as Kalantara Pranahara Marma.