A method advocated for the treatment of hypertrophic osteoarthritis in which an attempt is made to change muscular action from one group of muscles to another set of muscles to protect the diseased joint. ... Origin: ortho-+ G. Kinetikos, movable, fr. Kineo, to move ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: ōr′thō-ki-net′iks Definitions: 1. A method advocated for the treatment of hypertrophic osteoarthritis in which an attempt is made to change muscular action from one group of muscles to another set of muscles to protect the diseased joint.
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orthokinetics 1. Various tactile stimulation techniques used to stimulate the proprioceptors (sensory nerve endings that give information concerning movements and position of the body) of muscles and tendons and thereby enhance motor performance in rehabilitation. 2. Referring to or having movements in one direction; as, molecules or particles. 3...
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