myotony

/maɪˈɒtəni/

Definitions

1. noun

A rare or obsolete term for a condition characterized by muscle weakness or atrophy, often resulting from nerve damage or disease.

“The doctor diagnosed the patient with myotony, a rare condition affecting the muscles of the lower limbs.”

Synonyms

  • muscle atrophy
  • myotonia

Antonyms

  • muscle hypertrophy
  • muscle tone