Akinesia

usgb/ˌeɪkɪˈniːsiə/
noun

A condition where a person is unable to move muscles voluntarily.

Parkinson's disease is often characterised by akinesia, making it difficult for sufferers to control their movements.
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Often appears as...

  • akinesia in parkinson's disease
  • akinesia due to injury

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Medical Context

Often used to describe impairment in diseases affecting movement, like Parkinson's.

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The patient's akinesia was managed with medication.
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Technical Term

Used by healthcare professionals, it can be too technical for casual conversations.

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During the consultation, the doctor noted the akinesia.
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Not Purely Psychological

It's not just a psychological barrier but involves physical inability to move muscles.

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Despite trying, her akinesia prevented any voluntary movement.
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