Esthesiometer

An esthesiometer is a device designed to measure the sensitivity of human skin and mucous membranes.

The name of the device comes from two Greek words: “esthesio-” - sensation, sensitivity and “metreo” - to measure.

The esthesiometer allows you to quantify sensitivity thresholds to various types of stimuli - touch, pressure, temperature, pain.

The device consists of a set of standard irritants of adjustable strength, which are alternately applied to the area of ​​skin or mucous membrane being examined. The patient reports the moment the sensation appeared.

Esthesiometry is used in neurology, reflexology, and physiotherapy for diagnosis and evaluation of treatment effectiveness.

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