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Marma Massage is an Ayurvedic technique that involves applying snehadravyas over the body with a precise amount of (very mild) pressure in particular directions while also stimulating the underlying Marma. It may be used locally or across the body. According to Ayurveda, Marma are body spots that should be protected from Sastra, kshara, and agnikarma. The role of Vata do?ha is seen as being of utmost importance in the management of Marma related disorders, and all therapeutic measures are done for maintaining the normalcy of Vata. The tenets of Ayurveda Marma Massage use a variety of therapeutic massage techniques to balance the Dosha in the living body. Numerous techniques are employed for rejuvenation, Do?ha balance maintenance, health maintenance, and the treatment of numerous conditions with musculoskeletal and neurological origins. The assumption behind treatment effectiveness is that it will normalise Vata Dosha movement and control and channel the life force (Prana) in the body. Because Vata is the primary energy type in the living body. The connective tissues that support the muscles and many other sections of the body as well as assist keep these tissues elastic are gently stretched during a Marma massage. After Marma Abhyanga is used, the structure is nourished and adjusted. Marma Chikitsa employs indigenous methods and techniques in a methodical manner to address musculoskeletal damage, although it still requires in-depth research. The use of indigenous resuscitation techniques (Adangal Prayogam) is yet another area that can be improved. Despite obstacles, Marma practise has recently developed into a more robust form that incorporates information from both traditional and modern realms.