Phonomyography

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Phonomyography

Phonomyography (pronunciation: /ˌfəʊnəʊmaɪˈɡrɑːfi/), also known as acoustic myography, is a technique used in medicine to record the sounds produced by muscle contraction. The term is derived from the Greek words 'phone' (sound), 'myo' (muscle), and 'graphia' (writing).

Etymology

The term "Phonomyography" is derived from three Greek words: 'phone' meaning sound, 'myo' meaning muscle, and 'graphia' meaning writing. Thus, it literally translates to "writing the sound of muscles".

History

Phonomyography was first introduced in the 1970s as a non-invasive method of measuring muscle activity. It has since been used in various fields of medicine, including anesthesiology, neurology, and rehabilitation medicine.

Technique

In phonomyography, a microphone is placed over the muscle of interest. The sound produced by the muscle contraction is then recorded and analyzed. This technique is particularly useful in assessing the function of peripheral nerves and muscles.

Related Terms

  • Electromyography: A diagnostic procedure to assess the health of muscles and the nerve cells that control them.
  • Myography: The study of the mechanical properties of muscles.
  • Acoustic myography: A technique similar to phonomyography, but uses sound waves instead of electrical signals to measure muscle activity.

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