hypertonia
/ˌhaɪpərˈtoʊniə/
noun
- A condition of excessive muscle tone or stiffness, often caused by damage to the central nervous system.
- Hypertonia in the legs made it hard for him to walk without assistance.
- Babies with hypertonia may have stiff arms and legs that are difficult to bend.
- Physical therapy can help reduce the effects of hypertonia in stroke patients.
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