• Dr. Suruchi Sindhu

Ayurveda places a strong emphasis on disease diagnosis prior to therapy. The diagnosis of the disorders depends heavily on examination. The ancient art and science of Nadi Pariksha involves determining the current state of a person's body, mind, soul, and spirit. The most significant evaluation in Ayurveda for tracking one's health is called Nadi Pariksha (Pulse Diagnosis). It serves as a tool for diagnosis, prognosis, and determination of Prakruti (body constitution), Vikruti, Dosha state in each organ, and impact on Dhatus, Manas, and Sukshma Sharir. Traditional pulse analysis is imprecise and difficult to measure. Due to the arbitrary nature of the pulse, it is challenging for an Ayurvedic Vaidya to interpret it through his own interpretation. Ancient Ayurvedic texts such as Bhavprakash, Sharangdhar Samhita, Yogratnakara, Nadi Pariksha by Ravansamhita, and Nadivigyan by Kanad all mention the concept of Nadi Pariksha. The association between Nadi and Tridosha was first mentioned in the Sharangdhar Samhita texts, which were written in the 13th century. Later, in the 16th century, it was mentioned once more in Shri Bhav Mishrji's writing for "Bhavprakash." However, Yogratnakara's 48 shlokas, which describe the science of nadi, gave Nadi Pariksha its relevance in the 17th century. According to Yogratnakara, the Nadi Pariksha (Pulse Examination) tests reveal numerous ailments. There is no separate mention of Nadi in the Charaka and Sushruta Samhita. For the purpose of diagnosing any condition, Nadi Parikshan demands expertise with extensive experience and the ability to read pulses. The vibrations that the blood makes as it travels to every region of the body can be used to understand Nadi Pareeksha.

Ayurveda, Nadi Pariksha, Diagnostic tools.

"Nadi Pariksha- Ancient Diagnostic tools in Ayurveda", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 2, page no.a558-a562, February-2023, Available :http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2302072.pdf

"Nadi Pariksha- Ancient Diagnostic tools in Ayurveda", International Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (www.jetir.org | UGC and issn Approved), ISSN:2349-5162, Vol.10, Issue 2, page no. ppa558-a562, February-2023, Available at : http://www.jetir.org/papers/JETIR2302072.pdf