Abstract

INTEGRATIVE ANATOMICAL APPRAISAL OF PRISHTA SHARIR WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO THE MORPHOMETRIC FRAMEWORK OF THE VERTEBRAL COLUMN

*Dr. Pooja Makhnotra, Dr. Kartik Goel

Abstract

Prishta Sharir represents the posterior anatomical division of the human body as described in classical Ayurvedic literature. Within this region, Merudanda is conceptualized as the central axial pillar responsible for structural stability, locomotion, and neurofunctional coordination. In modern anatomy, the vertebral column is recognized as a segmented osteoligamentous structure consisting of 33 vertebrae, organized into cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal regions. This conceptual analytical study presents a systematic integrative appraisal correlating classical Ayurvedic textual descriptions with contemporary morphometric parameters of the vertebral column. The article explores embryological development, regional specialization, biomechanical characteristics, curvature indices, and clinical implications. Structured tables and a conceptual flowchart are incorporated to develop a coherent integrative research framework. The study aims to establish a scientifically grounded morphometric model that preservestextual authenticity while enabling objective anatomical interpretation within the discipline of Rachana Sharir.

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