arthrometer

/ɑːrθɪˈmɛtər/

Definitions

1. noun

A device used to measure the degree of joint instability or laxity, typically consisting of a dial gauge and a rotating lever.

“The doctor used an arthrometer to assess the patient’s knee joint stability.”

Synonyms

  • goniometer
  • instability gauge

Antonyms

  • rigidity gauge
  • stabilometer