Understanding the Nadi Vijnana (Pulse diagnosis) with special reference to Modern Science

Abstract

‘Rogamaadou Parikshet Tato Anantaram Aushadham’ is the method of treatment as told by Aachrya Charaka. So it is important to examine the disease first. For that various tools are given by Ayurveda like Dashvdhapariksha, Ashtasthanpariksha etc. From the Ashtasthana Pariksha one important point is Nadi Pariksha. It is very easy and patients friendly also. So, after coming towards physician, the first investigation is Nadi Pariksha. Here it is small attempt made to explain the Nadi Pariksha in relation to modern medicine pulse examination science.