Exploration of Deerghayu Lakshana of Sushruta Samhita with special reference to Anguli Pramana

Poojaben Ajaybhai Thakar; Tikendrajit Sarma

Exploration of Deerghayu Lakshana of Sushruta Samhita with special reference to Anguli Pramana

Author(s)	Dr. Poojaben Ajaybhai Thakar, Dr. Tikendrajit Sarma
Country	India
Abstract	Abstract:- “Life well spent is long”, is well stated by Leonardo Da Vinci. Here the quality of life lived is given more importance rather than unhealthy years spent in bed. Ayurveda is the science of life which solely focuses on protecting the health of healthy individuals and eliminating diseases thereby imparting good quality of life to the individuals. Various terms such as deerghayu, hitayu, sukhayu are mentioned by acharyas denoting its importance. The study explores Sushruta's concept of Deerghayu through Anguli Pramana, an ancient Ayurvedic measurement system. Analyzing 30 morphological characters where Anguli pramana is clearly mentioned has observed in 20 individuals crossing the age of 70 years. We have found significant correlations between specific Anguli pramana measurements and Deerghayu characters, suggesting a potential anthropometric basis for longevity. Bridging traditional knowledge with modern understanding, this research offers insights into achieving a long, healthy quality of life (Deerghayu). Material method:- A cross-sectional study (Pilot study) carried out with sample size of 20 individuals to assess deerghayu lakshana of Sushruta Samhita with the help of Anguli pramana. Result:- The study found that among 30 characters, in 5 parameters i.e. Mukha antara, Hastatala Vistara, Janghamadhya parinaaha, Pada ayama and Padamadhya parinaaha the results are proximal to textual measurements. Angushthamoola tarjani antara, Kanishthika(feet), Anamika(feet) and Bhru all 4 characters ascends textual value in all 20 individuals. Greeva parinaaha is found to descend in all individuals. Minimum difference (↓0.29%) in mean value is found in Janghamadhya parinaaha which is close to textual value. Maximum difference is found in Angushthamoola tarjani antara (↑48.6%) Conclusion:- The data shows clear logical interpretation of Deerghayu lakshana where morphological parameters is assessed through Anguli Pramana.
Keywords	deerghayu, anguli pramana, vaya, ayu, quality of life, longevity.
Field	Medical / Pharmacy
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2026
Published On	2026-04-02

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