Algometry (Noun)
Meaning
Measuring sensitivity to pain or pressure.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The algometry test was used to assess the patient's sensitivity to pressure on the affected area.
- Researchers employed algometry to measure the pain threshold of participants in the study.
- Algometry was used to compare the sensitivity of different areas of the body to pressure and pain.
- The doctor used algometry to determine the level of pain sensitivity in the patient's injured limb.
- The algometry results showed a significant decrease in pain sensitivity after the patient received treatment.