Dashavidha Pariksha and Its Clinical Applications: An Integrative Ayurvedic Perspective

Dashavidha Pariksha is a fundamental component of Rogi Pariksha (patient examination) in Ayurveda, designed to assess the individual comprehensively rather than focusing solely on disease pathology. It encompasses ten parameters that evaluate physical constitution, functional capacity, mental strength, adaptability, digestive and metabolic status, and age-related factors. These parameters collectively guide diagnosis, prognosis, therapeutic decision-making, and assessment of treatment outcomes. In contemporary healthcare systems, the principles of Dashavidha Pariksha show strong alignment with the concepts of personalized medicine, holistic patient evaluation, preventive healthcare, and patient-centered care. The present article aims to critically analyze the concept of Dashavidha Pariksha, elaborate its clinical utility, and establish correlations with modern biomedical assessment methods, thereby highlighting its relevance in present-day clinical practice and integrative medical research.