myotonus

/maɪ.əˈtɒnəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A condition characterized by increased muscle stiffness and difficulty in relaxing muscles, often associated with myotonia congenita

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with myotonus, which caused her muscles to become stiff and difficult to move.”

Synonyms

  • hypotonia
  • myotonia

Antonyms

  • hypertonia