HEALING ARTS

The healing arts are rooted in promoting physical and emotional well-being with therapeutic and creative practices that promote change

At INDIGO, wellness options are supported by evidence based therapies that impact both the central (CNS) and peripheral (PNS) nervous systems, as well as the muscular, skeletal, circulatory, lymphatic system, and the integumentary system as well as the intricate network of fascia (connective tissue) found superficially in the hypodermis and more deeply in the musculoskeletal system

Therapies are available in the Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) model. These wellness offerings are an alternative and holistic method assisting the internal communication of the meridians (pathways) and the central and governing channels, facilitating a parasympathetic response. This response has been shown to lower stress, reduce tension and pain, improve quality of sleep, as well as aiding in neurological responses for change

TCM therapies promote harmony and wellbeing addressing energetic, emotional, and physical imbalances. TCM functions on the Bian Zheng Lun Zhi model, which evaluates the body’s internal balance, functional state, and symptom patterns

In the TCM model, there are influences and resources from China, Viet Nam, Korea, Tibet, Japan, France, and so on. For example, in the Japanese (Shiatsu) approach, a practitioner may operate by assessment of palpation of the hara (abdomen), palpation of the pulses, and visual assessment of the face and tongue

TCM as a whole, is a highly individualized experience. TCM guiding principles include opposing elements striving to come into balance following mind/body medicine techniques of Yin/Yang and 5 Element philosophy and practice

Yin (passive), Deficiency (Xu), Cold (Han), Internal (Li) 

Yang (active), Excess (Shi) Heat (Re), External (Biao) 

TCM 5 Element (Wu Xing) Element (Season/Emotion)

Wood (Spring/Anger), Fire (Summer/Joy), Earth (Late Summer/Worry), Metal (Autumn/Grief), Water (Winter/Fear

Eco-initiatives are intentional and are made possible by reducing the carbon footprint with secure electronic e-Intake form, e-Receipts, and e-Gift Cards

During your visit, refresh and hydrate with artesian glass bottled flat/sparkling spring water, and assorted seasonal TCM organic hot teas

Season: Winter 

Black (Camellia sinensis)

Rose Hips (Rosa rubiginosa) 

Ginger (Zingiber officinale)

INDIGO graciously leans into the botanicals our Creator has granted us. In reflection of this infinite wisdom, may we be renewed and restored

INDIGO wellness offerings are supported by a quaint apothecary resource; with natural, wildcrafted, and organic ingredients sourced both locally and globally to support small businesses, who follow responsible and sustainable growing and harvesting practices 

Grant Knoll Sycamore Location

Offering comprehensive wellness services in a quaint studio attached to the Grant Knoll farmhouse, tucked beneath the historic Grant Knoll Sycamore tree, the oldest tree in Lancaster County, dating back over 300 years. This studio location entrance is accessible by both a ramp and stairs

Olde Bank Location

Offering a minuet of wellness services in a quaint studio located on the 2nd floor of the Olde Bank building c. 1860, in historic Strasburg with grande ceilings and windows nestled in the historic and quintessential town. This studio location entrance is accessible by stairs only

Access to wellness offerings is a priority of the studio. Options for care may be adjusted and or modified to best support the ADA, Deaf/HOH, Visually Impaired, Neuroregenerative, and Neurodivergent community. Any questions or concerns for care, please be sure to reach out

INDIGO values standards of professionalism and is a proud member/partner of these standards  

Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)

Reflexology Certification Board (The RCB)

Approved Provider with Optum, a proud partner with the Veterans Affairs through its Community Care Network (CCN)

Associated Skincare Professionals (ASCP)

The Association of Holistic Skincare Practitioners (AHSCP)

Natural Ingredients Resource Center : Truth in Labeling Pledge 

Japanese Society of Greater Philadelphia

Arbor Day Foundation

Lancaster Conservancy