myotonic

/maɪəˈtɒnɪk/; /maɪˈɒtɒnɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affected by myotonia

“She has a myotonic condition that causes muscle stiffness after exercise.”

2. noun

a person or animal with myotonia

“The myotonic patient was advised to exercise regularly to manage her symptoms.”

Synonyms

  • myotonia
  • myotonic
  • stiff-muscled

Antonyms

  • flaccid
  • hypotonic