Shakti

The Indian bed of nails

The bed of nails is named Shakti which means energy, power, creativity and compassion

With it's 6000 points of contact for acupressure placed in a perfect geometric pattern for your well beeing. Efficiently treats the acupressure points and nerve endings along the spine. Dissolves all sorts of tension, releases endorphins and oxytocine - the happiness hormones. Gives a meditative deep relaxation.

Created according to the 5000 year old Vedic tradition from India.

How to use the Shaktimat

Place your Shaktimat on the bed or on a soft surface. Ideally use a neck pillow or a rolled up towel underneath the mat to support your neck. Lie in a comfortable position so that your skin rests in contact with the points. Relax and breathe deeply. If you are senstive to pain you may like to start out with a thin cloth between yourself and the mat. This will however lessen the effect of the treatment. Initially 10-15 minutes spent on the mat may be enough, but you may gradually increase your sessions to 20-40 minutes. It is not dangerous to spend more time on the mat, or to fall asleep on the mat. Use it when you have time and feel the urge, every day if possible.

Rest and relaxation or gentle activity is recommended after the session, so as not to disrupt the released energy. The Shaktimat is very efficient as a rehabilitation tool or after exercise, because it increases blood flow and shortens recovery time. It also helps exercise-related aches and pains.
Use the Shaktimat to renew your energy and recuperate for example at a short break at work. You will soon find yourself less stressed out and more efficient at carrying out your tasks.
We recommend daily use of the Shaktimat for optimum results. As is the case in any other form of therapy or exercise, regularity is the key to success. With regular use the deeply held stress and tensions are released and you will experience a permanent feeling of being deeply relaxed, at ease and an overall feeling of happiness in your life.The Shaktimat will release substances in the blood that make us feel happy, relaxed and full of energy. Regular use will give you a higher level and constant flow of the happiness hormone Oxytocin.

Specific treatment

The Shaktimat can be used pretty much all over the body. From the spine the nerves reach all parts of the body, which means that the treatment on the back will affect the whole body. Listed are  descriptions on treatment for specific "problem" areas of the body. http://www.shaktimat.com/Usage.aspx

Cleaning

When required you may handwash your Shaktimat with some detergent in lukewarm water, rinse thoroughly and hang dry. Avoid washing machines and tumble dryers as it may damage the points.

Using the Shaktimat on your travels

Take your Shaktimat with you when travelling, to save space and keep the weight down you may remove and leave the styrofoam at home. If you use the Shaktimat in bed you don't need the styrofoam mattress anyway, as it will be soft enough with the bed's own mattress - which will shape itself to your body.

Questions and Answers

Is it painful to use the Shaktimat?
During first few minutes it's common to feel a pricking warm sensation on the areas being treated. Very soon the bloodflow will increase. Tensions will dissolve and with them the pricking sensation. All pain or discomfort is quickly replaced by a pleasant feeling of relaxation, like after a night of deep sleep.
 
How can the bed of nails give relaxation?
The 6000 points stimulate the body's tactile corpuscles. The impulses are sent via the bone marrow up to the brain where endorphins are released together with different signal substances and hormones. This allows the muscles and the nervous system to relax. The bloodflow increases the breathability of the cells, the platelets remove waste and the oxygen intake increases. The muscular tensions are released and the blood-pressure-level sinks.
 
For how long and how often can I treat myself?
We suggest that you start with 15 minutes. When more accustomed to the Shaktimat 20-40 minutes per sessionis standard. However, it is not dangerous to exceed the time limit. Many people fall asleep on the mat and that is perfectly safe. We recommend regular, if possible daily use.
 
How is the body affected by the Shaktimat?
Through research at Russian hospitals the following has been found:

• Decrease in pain
• Dissolving stress
• Lowers blood pressure
• Strengthens immune system
• Increases metabolism
• Decreases inflammation
• Encourages tissue regeneration

 
Can the Shaktimat be washed?
Yes, when needed you can handwash the mat using detergent in lukewarm water. Allow to hang and drip dry. Avoid washing machines and tumble dryers as the plastic points may get damaged.

Is the Shaktimat only to be used on the back?
Nerves branch out from the back to the rest of the body, which means that a back treatment effects the whole body. However, the mat can be used on specific 'problem areas' of the body. 

Is it appropriate for children to use the Shaktimat?
Children tend to like it a lot. They calm down and relax. It is very efficient for worried and over-active children. It's good to use at bedtime, as they fall asleep comfortably.
 
Is the Shaktimat good for people with Fibro myalgia?
Yes, a lot of people with Fibro myalgia have noticed great improvement.
 
Can people with heart problems use the Shaktimat?
We cannot recommend the usage to this particular group of people.
 
Is it good for diabetics to use the Shaktimat?
Yes, it is good for diabetics, as the circulation of blood increases thoroughly.
 
Is it good for pregnant women to use the Shaktimat?
We do not recommend it for pregnant women.
But most likely it would be risk free.
 
Is it good to use the Shaktimat when depressed?
Absolutely. Because of the release of endorphins and Oxytocine you will experience more happiness and harmony. With regular use the Shaktimat will help the body to a constantly higher level of these happiness hormones.
 
Is it good to use the Shaktimat when suffering from whiplash injury?
Yes, people with whiplash injuries tend to experience an improvement.
 
Will my blood pressure increase when I use the Shaktimat?
On the contrary. The blood circulation increases, but the blood pressure is lowered.
 
Can I use the Shaktimat if I have a skin disease?
The points may feel irritating to sensitive or inflamed skin. You may ease the sensation by placing a thin cloth between your skin and the Shaktimat. You should of course back off and stop the treatment if you feel you are getting worse.
 
Is it good for people with Rheumatism to use the Shaktimat?
Yes. Many people feel positive benefits with regular use.
 
Is it dangerous to lie on a Shaktimat when you have joint or muscle inflammations?
Many people experience improvement. Use the mat on the affected area of the body by lying on it, or press the mat up against the injured area. You will then increase blood circulation in that area, which will start the healing.

If you have more questions please email us at info@shaktimattan.se and we will do our best to answer you.

The Shaktimat symbols

 The Geometry of the points is of great importance
The 6000 points are placed in a geometric pattern called a Yantra (in Sanskrit).
The geometry of the yantra stimulates the acupressure points of the body like a whirlpool. The flow of Chi (prana/life-force energy) increases between the points, which in turn heals and balances and supplies the weaker parts of our body with energy.
Each plastic disc has 27 points and a hollow middle.

Orange

The orange colours gives energy, satisfaction and warmth.
It is the colour of our sexual chakra, Svadistana and stimulates imbalances in this chakra.
The orange colour is commonly used by yogis due to its positive effect on the consciousness, as it yields an open and more accepting mind.

Green

The colour green gives calm and harmony. It is a healing colour. It is also a colour full of life, as you can see when you look around in any landscape. Green is the colour of the heart chakra, Anahata. It yields balance to body and soul.

Shree Yantra

The back of the Shaktimat has been decorated with the beautiful power symbol Shree Yantra. It is in the yoga tradition considered the most complete geometric shape. It is considered to be 70 times more powerful than the shape of the pyramid. Both halves of the brain are stimulated and a deep state of meditation can be reached.
According to Vastu, which is the origin of Feng Shui, the Shree Yantra is the best tool to create balance in the home. For best results hang your Shree Yantra in the northeastern corner of the home. It will increase prosperity, create harmony and protect against accidents.

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