neuromuscular

[ noor-oh-muhs-kyuh-ler, nyoor- ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or affecting both nerves and muscles.

neuromuscular

/ ˌnjʊərəʊˈmʌskjʊlə /

adjective

1. of, relating to, or affecting nerves and muscles

Word History and Origins

Origin of neuromuscular¹

First recorded in 1875–80; neuro- + muscular

Example Sentences

“It’s not necessarily more effective. So much of lifting is about coordination, neuromuscular activity in your body and stabilization and that’s not present using machines the way it is with free weights.”

From Los Angeles Times

“The FAA reauthorization is an important step to creating an equitable, safe, and dignified travel experience for people with neuromuscular and related disabilities,” MDA President and CEO Donald S. Wood said in a news release.

From Seattle Times

The discovery of the complex, exclusively present in the most evolved mammals, could help to locate new therapeutic targets against neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's, neuromuscular diseases or even some types of tumours.

From Science Daily

"We aimed to clarify the association of phase angle obtained from the leg using BIA with voluntary muscle strength, twitch contractile properties, and neuromuscular activity," says Assistant Prof. Hirata.

From Science Daily

The tenor said Wednesday in a statement posted to X that a neuromuscular disorder has made it difficult to walk, forcing him to step away from performing.

From Los Angeles Times