noun
- Plural of amyotonia; conditions characterized by abnormal muscle weakness or lack of muscle tone, typically congenital or developmental.
Usage: medical; technical
Examples
- The pediatrician diagnosed the infant with congenital amyotonias affecting motor development.
- Amyotonias can present with varying degrees of severity depending on the underlying cause.
- Treatment for amyotonias often involves physical therapy and supportive care.
- Some forms of amyotonias are associated with genetic disorders.
- Early intervention is crucial for children with developmental amyotonias.