maximum inspiratory force
Also found in: Dictionary, Thesaurus, Legal, Encyclopedia.
Related to maximum inspiratory force: maximum inspiratory pressure
maximum inspiratory force
Abbreviation: MIFThe output of the inspiratory muscles measured in negative centimeters of water pressure. It is measured by having the subject inhale from a tube connected to a manometer under conditions of no flow. Synonym: maximum inspiratory pressure; negative inspiratory force
See also: force
Medical Dictionary, © 2009 Farlex and Partners