APPLICATION OF VARIOUS DIAGNOSTIC METHODS OF AYURVEDA IN CURRENT CLINICAL PRACTICE

Abstract

According to Ayurveda the method of diagnosis mainly depends on the understanding of Dosha and Dooshya and the concept of Samprapti. The process of diagnosis begins when the patients consults the doctor and presents a set of complaints. Once the physician has completed the diagnosis, he explains the prognosis to the patient and suggests a treatment plan which includes therapy and follow-up, usually according to the guidelines provided by the medical field on the treatment of the particular disease. Aims & Objectives – This review article aims to focus on diagnostic methods viz. Roga Pariksha and Rogi Pariksha given in Ayurveda texts. Methodology – All the references regarding diagnosis methods in Ayurveda, Nidana and Pariksha are collected from Samhitas, classical textbooks (Diagnostic Methods of Ayurveda, Fundamentals of Kayacikitsa), article from journals and authentic websites. Result – Ayurveda texts have defined different types of Diagnostic methods (Pariksha) viz. Nidana panchak, Trividha Pariksha, Sadavidha Pariksha, Asthavidha Pariksha, Dasavidha Pariksha, Dvadashavidha Pariksha which are very precise, elaborative and very practical. Discussion – The diagnosis of a patient is very much necessary because based on the diagnosis only the treatment of disease will be planned. Proper diagnostic approach is very essential to prevent disease or disease prognosis. Conclusion – Today with the progression in the medical field, the diagnosis of disease can be done from the beginning and the progress of the diseases can be stopped. But sometimes the patient can’t afford costly imaging techniques like ECG, CT-scan, USG, MRI etc. Thus we have to know the diagnosis according to Ayurveda which helps in reducing the economic burden on the suffering patients.