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Definition of Amyotonia
1. Noun. Lack of normal muscular tension or tonus.
Exact synonyms: Atonia, Atonicity, Atony
Generic synonyms: Condition, Status
Derivative terms: Atonic, Atonic, Atonic
Antonyms: Tonicity
Generic synonyms: Condition, Status
Derivative terms: Atonic, Atonic, Atonic
Antonyms: Tonicity
Definition of Amyotonia
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Medical Definition of Amyotonia
1. Generalised absence of muscle tone, usually associated with flabby musculature and an increased range of passive movement at joints. Origin: G. A-priv. + mys, muscle, + tonos, tone (05 Mar 2000)