76th International Conference (Online) “Ayurveda and Respiratory Disorders” March 21 & 22, 2026
About the Conference Ayurvedic View on Respiratory Disorders (Śvāsa Roga) In Ayurveda, respiratory disorders are collectively described as Śvāsa Roga, conditions arising from imbalance in one or more of the three doṣas—Vāta, Pitta, and Kapha. Each doṣha affects the respiratory system in a distinct way, producing characteristic symptoms and requiring specific therapeutic approaches. Respiratory diseases affect the airways and lungs, ranging from acute infections to chronic conditions. Major types include asthma, COPD (emphysema, chronic bronchitis), pneumonia, tuberculosis, and lung cancer. Other conditions include pulmonary fibrosis, cystic fibrosis, pulmonary hypertension, and acute viral infections like COVID-19, influenza, and RSV. Common Respiratory Diseases and ConditionsInterstitial Lung Disease: Pulmonary fibrosis, Sarcoidosis.Pulmonary Vascular Disease: Pulmonary embolism, Pulmonary hypertension. Airway/Structural Diseases: Bronchiectasis, Cystic fibrosis, Lung cancer, Mesothelioma.Other Disorders: Sleep apnea, Pneumothorax (collapsed lung), Pleural effusion. Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD): Includes emphysema and chronic bronchitis.Asthma: Chronic airway inflammation.Infections: Pneumonia, Tuberculosis (TB), Influenza (flu), COVID-19, RSV, Bronchitis.
Marma Therapy for Massage Therapists, March 25 & 26, 2026
TWO DAY WORKSHOP 16.0 CE Hours for Licensed Massage Therapists NO PREREQUISITE FOR THIS WORKSHOP ALL ARE WELCOME – HEALTH PROFESSIONALS, MASSAGE THERAPISTS, YOGA TEACHERS, NATUROPATHIC DOCTORS, AYURVEDIC PROFESSIONALS, REIKI HEALERS, WELLNESS COACHES, FITNESS COACHES, AND OTHERS. Marma Therapy For Massage Therapists When: Wednesday & Thursday, MARCH 25 & 26, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Both Days) 16.0 CE hours NCBTMB & AAPNA PACE hours & Yoga Alliance Where: Ayurveda Wellness Center, 567 Thomas Street, Coopersburg, PA 18036, Phone: 484-347-6110 All are welcome — Health professionals, general public, ayurveda lovers, students About the workshop The knowledge of Marma, the vital energy centers in the body, was explained in ancient Ayurvedic texts. Marmas are secret vital points of the body and mind, the seat for consciousness, and the energy reservoirs. Marmas are junction points of muscles, veins, ligaments, bones, and joints. The seat of Prana (vital energy) resides in the Marmas. Marmas are important key energy centers in Ayurveda, Yoga and Meditation. Marmas connect to various subtle nerves (Nadis) and energy wheels (Chakras) and resemble the acupressure points. The life force (Prana) situates in the Marma points. Toxins, stress and negative emotions can get blocked in the marma points for years, leading to pain, energy blockage, swelling and various kinds of illnesses. Blocked marmas are removed in Ayurveda through applying pressure, massage oils, warmth, external use of herbal and aromatic oils, and sound therapy. Marmas are key points to focus on while performing ayurvedic massage. Participants in this course will learn: Certificate will be issued after successful completion of training. Yoga Teachers can learn as a Marma Yoga for instruction and teaching. INSTRUCTOR Shekhar Annambhotla, BAMS, MD-Ayurved, LMT, RAAP, RMAS, FAAPNA, CRH, CPH, CEH, is an Ayurvedic Specialist who was classically trained in India and has been practicing and teaching Ayurveda worldwide since 1988. He began his eight-year course of study in Ayurveda at the age of 17, first at Nagarjuna University in Andhra Pradesh, India and then at Gujarat Ayurved University in Gujarat, India, where he earned his Doctor Degree in Ayurveda. He is a Licensed Integrative Bodywork and Massage Therapist (LMT) and approved Continuing Education provider for NCBTMB and an Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher (E.R.Y.T.-500) with the Yoga Alliance, and an instructor of therapeutic Hatha Yoga, having completed training at the Swami Vivekananda Yoga Research Center in India. Shekhar is also a certified Pranic Healer and a Reiki Healer. Thank you for your interest in attending this two day workshop on Marma Therapy for Massage Therapists. To reserve your seat, please fill out the information.
