IMPORTANCE OF NADI PARIKSHA

Abstract

In Ayurveda, establishing a precise diagnosis is a prerequisite for effective management of disease. Ashtavidha Rogi Pariksha constitutes an important diagnostic framework employed for clinical evaluation. Acharya Yogaratnakara has described eight distinct parameters of patient examination, namely Nadi, Mutra, Mala, Jivha, Shabda, Sparsha, Drikka, and Akriti, which collectively aid in disease identification. Among these parameters, Nadi Pariksha is especially significant for assessing variations in Dosha activity, including decreased, increased, combined, or balanced functional states. Due to its ability to reflect the physiological and pathological status of the Doshas, Nadi Pariksha is considered a primary method of examination in Ayurvedic diagnostics. Among Ashtavidha Rog Pariksha, Acharyas have clearly mentioned to examine the Nadi first of an individual which indicates its importance.

Any ailment in the body brings about a change in the constitution of Vata, Pitta and Kapha transmits through Nadi and it may felt by the fingers of an examiner varying pressure.