amyotrophia

noun

Meaning

Progressive wasting or atrophy of muscle tissue, typically resulting from nerve degeneration.

Examples

  • The neurologist diagnosed the patient with spinal amyotrophia after observing significant muscle loss.
  • Physical therapy is often used to manage the symptoms of amyotrophia and maintain mobility.

Synonyms: wasting, atrophy, muscular dystrophy, amyotrophy