Introduction: Vatarakta, known as 'vata-shonita,' is a significant Ayurvedic disease affecting joints, characterized by the involvement of vata and rakta. The imbalance of vata dosha and rakta dhatu is the root cause of the chronic illness known as vatarakta. Initially, vitiated vata blocks the path of vitiated rakta, which is later blocked by rakta itself this condition is most frequently observed in those who lead sedentary lifestyles with inconsistent eating and sleeping patterns. In most cases, the sickness starts at the Padamula and moves upward direction. On occasion, it could also start at the Hastamula. Common symptoms of Vata Rakta include pricking and severe joint pain, swelling, inability to tolerate touch, and changes in the colour and texture of the skin around affected joints. There are two types of Vata-rakta depending upon Avastha: Uttana Vata-rakta (Superficial) and Gambhira Vata-rakta (Deep). While Uttana Vatarakta primarily affects Twacha and Mamsa dhatu Gambhira vatarakta mostly affects Asthi and Majjadi Gambhira Dhatu. Aim & Objective: This study is aimed to know the Nidanpanchak of Vatarakta vyadhi with ayurvedic perspective. Material and Method: Materials related to vatarakta and its Nidanpanchaka has been collected from various articles, Ayurved Samhita, research papers, pubmed, google scholar. Conclusion: Nidan panchak is the main and important diagnostic tools in ayurveda. Five methods of diagnosis are used in Ayurveda: Nidana (causes), Purvaroopa (pre-monitoring symptoms), Rupa (symptoms), Upashaya (therapeutic effects) and Samprapti (pathogenesis). In addition to being an excellent tool for disease detection, Nidana Panchaka also provides information on prognosis, treatment and differential diagnosis.
Dr. Ankita D. Kodape1*, Dr. Ashish Gotmare2, Dr. Pramod Garje3 (Sun,) studied this question.