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hypertonicity /hy·per·to·nic·i·ty/ (-to-nis´ĭ-te) the state or quality of being hypertonic. hypertonicity [-tənis′itē] Etymology: Gk, hyper, excess, tonos, tone 1 excessive tone, tension, or activity. 2 (in ophthalmology) increased intraocular pressure. 3 excessive tension of the arteries or muscles. 4 increase in osmotic pressure. hypertonicity the state or quality of being hypertonic. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The hypertonicity of the Dead Sea solution may have a positive effect on the physiology of the nasal mucosa by improving mucociliary clearance. We were aware of a recent article by Fowler et al (3) that investigated the effect of strengthening exercises on hypertonicity (also known as spasticity) in children with diplegic cerebral palsy. Perineal biofeedback may be particularly effective when there is presumed hypertonicity of the pelvic floor muscles. |
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