"Integrating Traditional And Modern Metrics: A Cross-Sectional Study Of Dhatu Sarata And Ergographic Muscle Efficiency"

Abstract

This study investigates the correlation between  Dhatu Sarata  (tissue excellence) in Ayurveda and muscular performance measured through Mosso's ergography.  Dhatu Sarata evaluates the qualitative state of bodily tissues ( Dhatu ), which Ayurvedic texts associate with physical strength ( Bala ). Modern ergography objectively quantifies muscle endurance and work capacity. A cross-sectional analysis was conducted on 215 healthy participants (105 male, 110 female) aged 18–25 years.  Dhatu Sarata was assessed using the standardized AyuSoft C-DAC questionnaire, while Mosso's ergograph measured finger flexor contractions under controlled resistance.

Statistical analysis revealed significant positive correlations ( p  < 0.05) between  Mamsa Dhatu Sarata  (muscle tissue excellence) and ergographic work output in both genders (Male:  r  = 0.570; Female:  r  = 0.228). Similarly,  Asthi Dhatu Sarata  (bone tissue excellence) showed significant associations (Male:  r  = 0.224; Female:  r  = 0.348). No significant correlations were observed for other  Dhatu  ( Rasa, Rakta, Meda, Majja, Shukra ) or  Satva Sarata .

These findings validate Ayurvedic principles linking  Mamsa  and  Asthi Dhatu  to physical strength, demonstrating convergence between traditional tissue assessment and modern biomechanical metrics. The study highlights the potential of integrating Ayurvedic diagnostics with ergographic analysis for a holistic understanding of muscular efficiency. Further research should explore molecular and structural mechanisms underlying these correlations to enhance integrative health approaches.