Praspandanam

Pulsation and throbbing throughout the body; one of the principal functions of vyana vayu, the circulatory subtype of vata.

Definition

Praspandanam is the function of rhythmic pulsation and throbbing throughout the body. It is one of the primary actions of vyana vayu, the circulatory subtype of vata that drives the heartbeat and capillary circulation.

Source: Textbook of Ayurveda: Fundamental Principles, Glossary

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