An observational study on Anguli Pramana with special reference to body mass index (BMI)
Keywords:
Anguli Praman, Anthropometry, BMI, Obesity, Healthy Weight, Underweight.Abstract
Finger-based measurement, known as Anguli Praman, has historically been an important tool in clinical practice across various fields of medical science. The word "Praman" translates to "measurement," and in ancient times, when modern measuring devices were not available, scholars used the width of a finger (Anguli) as a practical unit. They recognized its significance in clinical assessments. Even with advanced tools available today, finger measurements continue to offer a straightforward and affordable method in anthropometry.
In Ayurveda, the concept of anthropometry is explained through Anguli Praman, which is essential for determining a person's health status. An individual who has balanced proportions—where Aayama (height) and Vistara (width) are equal—is referred to as a Sama Purusha. Such individuals are believed to enjoy good health, longevity, strength, and overall well-being. This research connects Charaka’s standard of 84 Angulas and Sushruta’s standard of 120 Angulas with Body Mass Index (BMI) to assess physical health.
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