Voice Diagnosis

Ayurvedic sound diagnosis called sabda paryksa examines voice and other sounds of the body such as breathe intestine and joints to assess health. 

Ayurvedic voice diagnosis - Sabda paryksa

This includes the sound, pitch and volume of the voice. The meaning of sabda can be extended to include the other sounds of the body; breath, intestines and joints, which reveal the predominance and quality of any dosha.

Vata has a dry, hoarse and high-pitched or quiet voice. They are fast talker, jumps from topic to topic with erratic rhythm and focus. Vata is very sensitive to excess noise.

Pitta has a loud and sharp voice. Focused, persuasive, dominates conversation, argumentative, challenging and due to their impatience they tend to finish other people’s sentences.

Kapha has a moist, soft, deep and calm voice. A sweet melodious voice is pleasant to listen.