palpometer

Definitions

An instrument that uses ultrasound and computer technology to automate the physician's technique of palpation to determine sensitivity of some part of the patient's body.

Examples

“To determine⟳ the reliability of ordinary digital palpation we devised a pressure gage, or palpometer, set⟳ at a previously determined amount of weight (or pressure), to permit⟳ the application of measure⟳ palpation simulating the force⟳ generally used.”

“However, the use⟳ of graduated pressure machines (palpometers, dolorimeters) has never gained widespread acceptance in clinical practice.”

“At baseline pretreatment examination and at each follow-up visit⟳, the investigator assessed each subjects pain by palpation of the affected heel using a device called a palpometer.”

CEFR level