Regional Anatomical Study of Padu Varmam Points

Siddha is the traditional system of medicine which was followed and developed by various siddhars. Among them, Agathiyar is one of the notable siddhar who was dealt with varma Maruthuvam. Varma Maruthuvam is a system of medicine which is purely based on “Vaasi”. Vaasi is the vital energy which is present from the beginning of foetal formation. This vital energy is omnipresence in human body. But the most important vital energy points were 108. The 108 varmam points were mainly classified into Padu Varmam and Thodu Varmam. Padu Varmam points are extremely subtle points of the body. This article will provide a thorough knowledge about the Padu Varmam point’s locations, connected muscles, nerves and their arterial, venous supply. This study will be beneficial to further research.