When I think back to my undergraduate days in Ayurveda almost a decade ago, everything felt so purely traditional. Prakriti assessment was done through Nadi Pariksha and by asking questionsâcompletely dependent on the physicianâs observation and experience. There were no devices, just our senses and clinical judgment.
But today, things have changed in an interesting way. We now have instruments that can help assess Prakriti, adding a level of objectivity to what was once purely subjective. Itâs quite fascinating to see how technology is slowly becoming a part of our practice.
The same shift is very evident in Panchakarma. Procedures like Vamana and Svedana, which we learned and practiced in a very manual, traditional way, are now supported by modern equipment. For example, Svedana Yantras today can regulate and measure temperature accurately, making the procedure more controlled and comfortable for patients. I was also really impressed to see innovations like the Vamana instrument developed at KLE Ayurveda College, Belgaum.
What Iâve realized over the years is that Ayurveda is not stuck in the past. Its roots are ancient, but it is growing with time. Technology is not replacing our traditional knowledgeâit is supporting it, refining it, and helping us practice better.
What are your thoughts on this ?
MBH/PS