A STUDY OF LOHITAKSHA MARMA WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO LOWER LIMB
Journal: International Research Journal of Pharmacy
Year: 2015

Marma are vital areas of the body on which if any injury occurs may lead to Marana or Maranasadrishya Dukha (Death). As per the description given by Sushruta Samhita, Lohitaksha Marma (vital point in the near to femoral triangle) is situated in between the Urvi Marma (vital point of middle of thigh) and Vankshana Sandhi (hip joint). Both Vagbhata have stated its location at Uroomula (Root of Hip). The injury effects of Lohitaksha Marma (vital point in the near to femoral triangle) leading to Loh