English Explanatory Dictionary

pseudomyotonia

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. An abnormally slow contraction and relaxation of muscles in response to mechanical or electrical stimulation but, unlike myotonia, it is silent on electromyography.

Word forms

pseudomyotonia pseudomyotonias

Etymology

From pseudo- + myotonia.

Derived words

pseudomyotonic
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