Hypertonus (Noun)
Meaning
(of muscular tissue) the state of being hypertonic.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The patient's hypertonus caused stiff muscles that were resistant to movement and flexibility.
- Those with a higher level of hypertonus often experience feelings of discomfort or spasms in the affected areas.
- After physical therapy, the individual's hypertonus significantly decreased, resulting in more fluid movement.
- A common sign of hypertonus is muscle rigidity that can make everyday activities difficult to perform.
- Hypertonus may be caused by a neurological disorder, leading to unnatural levels of muscle tension.