Algometry, also known as dolorimetery, is a technique used to measure the amount of pressure that results in sensitivity or pain, typically through the use of an algometer. The procedure is commonly used in trigger point research to establish a minimum pain pressure threshold (PPT), where a lower PPT indicates greater sensitivity and pain, while a higher PPT indicates less sensitivity and pain. PPT is a critical outcome measure in pain research, allowing practitioners to understand the extent of a patient's pain and monitor changes in pain threshold over time.
Algometry: measuring the amount of pressure to result in sensitivity or pain, using an algometer. Generally, research uses algometry to establish a minimum pain pressure threshold (PPT), in which a lower PPT implies more sensitivity and pain, and a higher PPT implies less sensitivity and pain. PPT is a common outcome measure in trigger point research.