Iatrophysics

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Iatrophysics

Iatrophysics (pronounced: /ˌaɪ.ətroʊˈfɪzɪks/) is a branch of medicine that applies the principles of physics to the human body, particularly in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.

Etymology

The term "Iatrophysics" is derived from the Greek words "iatros" meaning "physician" and "physis" meaning "nature". It was first used in the 17th century to describe a school of thought that sought to explain the workings of the human body using the laws of physics.

Related Terms

  • Biophysics: An interdisciplinary science that applies approaches and methods traditionally used in physics to study biological phenomena.
  • Medical physics: The application of physics principles, theories and methods to medicine or healthcare.
  • Physiology: The scientific study of the functions and mechanisms which work within a living system.
  • Iatrochemistry: A branch of both chemistry and medicine having its beginning in the 16th century.

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