Marma Chikitsa 

is an Ayurvedic practice of working with vital points to influence physiology, release trauma, and open channels of awareness. 

Marma means any point on the body that is vulnerable or tender, but also indicates access to the body’s neuroglandular system and subtle functions. Ayurveda recognizes 108 main therapeutic marma points. Most of them mark the meeting place of muscles, nerves, bones, tendons, arteries and/or veins.

Chikitsa means any technique, method, or process that re-establishes balance between body, mind, emotions, and Being. 

Marma chikitsa involves use of intentional touch/pressure, Ayurvedically prepared herbal oils and/or essential oils, and special tuning forks in contact with specific points on the body. The intent is to relieve pain, reduce stress, balance emotions, awaken energy, strengthen, detoxify, and give insight into the present state of body organs and systems. Marma chikitsa is deeply relaxing and has immediate effects.  The practice can be applied through custom protocols designed to address specific concerns you may have, or as a general practice for cultivating balance.

Prana Sthana 

(life force stabilizing) is a subtle practice that soothes and facilitates a state of emotional, mental, and physical well-being. 

Prana sthana includes gentle touch on the head, spine, and certain areas of the body along with use of tuning forks to carry you deep into relaxation. It is especially recommended for use in recovery from travel, surgery, sudden change, or trauma, as well as any time for deep relaxation.