Varmam Therapy

Varmam Therapy is a unique and traditional healing modality within the Siddha system of medicine, and has long been revered for its effectiveness in treating various health conditions.

Varmam Therapy

About Varmam Therapy:

  • It is a unique and traditional healing modality within the Siddha system of medicine, and has long been revered for its effectiveness in treating various health conditions.
  • Varmam therapy is a drugless, non-invasive, simple therapy used in pain management. 
  • Varmam is the vital life energy point located in the human body and was identified as 108 points by the Siddhars. 
  • It is particularly renowned for its ability to provide rapid relief for musculoskeletal pain, injuries, and neurological disorders.
  • It is a scientifically grounded therapeutic practice used to treat acute and chronic diseases, including stroke, arthritis, and trauma-related injuries.
  • Significance of the achievement: It serves as a testament to the growing global recognition of Siddha medicine and its healing potential.

Key points of Siddha Medicine

  • It is a traditional system of healing that originated in South India and is considered to be one of India’s oldest systems of medicine. 
  • Literary evidence of the Sangam Era states the origin of this system to around 10,000 BC.
  • The system was built on the work of Siddhars, who were mostly from Tamil Nadu. It is called the Siddha medical system because of this.

Q1: What is a therapy?

It is a form of treatment that aims to help resolve mental or emotional issues. Many types of therapy are available, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, exposure therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.

News: National Institute of Siddha Sets Guinness World Record for Mass Varmam Therapy

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