Tonicity (Noun)
Meaning
The elastic tension of living muscles, arteries, etc. that facilitate response to stimuli; "the doctor tested my tonicity".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.
Examples
- The doctor tested my tonicity to assess the nerve damage after the accident.
- Muscle tonicity is essential for maintaining posture and preventing injury.
- The researcher studied the effects of age on tonicity in older adults.
- Regular exercise helps maintain muscle tonicity, reducing the risk of falls.
- The physical therapist worked to improve her patient's tonicity after the stroke.