Trigger finger is caused by inflammation of the synovium, enlargement of the tendon, and thickening or narrowing of the sheath itself, usually in the area of the palm closest to the fingers. The name of the tendon sheath in this area is the âA1 pulleyâ.
Wiktionary(0.00 / 0 votes)Rate this definition: 1  isotonic(Adjective) having the same osmotic pressure. 2  isotonic(Adjective) Having the same concentration of solutes as human blood. Use an isotonic saline solution in your neti pot to prevent irritation of your nasal passages. 3  isotonic(Adjective) having equal tension.
Cells in Isotonic Solutions When two environments are isotonic, the total molar concentration of dissolved solutes is the same in both of them. When cells are in isotonic solution, movement of water out of the cell is exactly balanced by movement of water into the cell. A 0.9% solution of NaCl (saline) is isotonic to animal cells. When exposing animal tissues to solutions, it is common to use an isotonic solution such as Ringer's buffered saline so as to prevent osmotic effects and consequent damage to cells.