rheobase

/ˈriːoʊbeɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

A measure of the strength of a muscle in relation to the current it can conduct when stimulated electrically.

“The doctor used the rheobase to assess the patient’s muscle response to electrical stimulation.”

Synonyms

  • electrical conductivity
  • muscle strength

Antonyms

  • electrical resistance
  • muscle weakness