Optomyography
Optomyography
Optomyography (pronounced: op-to-my-og-raphy) is a medical term that refers to the use of optical sensors to measure muscle activity.
Etymology
The term "Optomyography" is derived from three Greek words: "opto" meaning vision, "myo" meaning muscle, and "graphy" meaning to write. Thus, the term literally means "writing muscle vision", which is a fitting description of the process of recording muscle activity using optical sensors.
Procedure
Optomyography involves the use of optical sensors that are placed on the skin over the muscle being studied. These sensors detect changes in the light reflected from the muscle, which can be used to measure muscle activity. The data collected can then be analyzed to provide information about the muscle's function and health.
Applications
Optomyography has a wide range of applications in the medical field. It can be used in the diagnosis and treatment of various muscular disorders, including muscular dystrophy and myasthenia gravis. It can also be used in rehabilitation to monitor the progress of muscle recovery after injury or surgery.
Related Terms
- Electromyography: A similar procedure that uses electrical signals to measure muscle activity.
- Myography: The general study of muscle function.
- Optoelectronics: The field of technology that deals with the combination of light and electronics, which is the basis for optomyography.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Optomyography
- Wikipedia's article - Optomyography
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