Hypotonus (Noun)
Meaning
(of muscular tissue) the state of being hypotonic.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- Muscle flaccidity and weakness in patients with muscular dystrophy were signs of profound hypotonus.
- The doctor had to check for hypotonus in the infant as it may lead to complications such as decreased lung volume and heart output.
- During rehabilitation sessions for spinal cord injuries, severe cases of hypotonus must be addressed.
- The patient was evaluated for congenital muscular hypotonus and other possible related conditions, which include some chromosomal abnormalities.
- Inability of a specific muscle group to generate tension often leads to mild persistent hypotonus.