goniometry

Meanings

• Noun

  The procedure for measuring angles in the body, especially between bones, using a goniometer.

  - "The doctor used a goniometer to measure the angle of my knee."
  - "Goniometry is an essential tool in physical therapy."

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Variants

List of all variants of goniometry that leads to same result
goniometer , goniometers , goniometric , goniometries , goniometry

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Etymology

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From the Greek word 'gonia' meaning angle and 'metron' meaning measure.

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Trivia

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1. The first goniometer was invented in 1887 by a German surgeon named Adolf Hildebrand.

2. Goniometry is not just limited to medical applications, but is also used in various other fields such as engineering and robotics.

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Related Concepts

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1. Angiometry: Procedure for measuring the diameter and form of blood vessels using X-rays or other imaging techniques.

2. Plethysmography: Non-invasive technique for measuring blood volume changes in various parts of the body.

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Culture

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Goniometry has been used extensively in medical fields, particularly in physical therapy and rehabilitation, to measure joint angles and assess range of motion.

How to Memorize "goniometry"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a goniometer as a small handheld device with a dial and two arms.
   - Visualize measuring the angle between two bones using the goniometer.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'goniometry' with the measurement of angles.
   - Think of physical therapy or rehabilitation when you hear the word.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Goniometer: Goes in to measure ONly angles.

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