Supranuclear

usgb/ˌsuprəˈnuklɪr/
adjective

Relating to the area of the brain above the nuclei of cranial nerves; often used to describe conditions affecting the coordination of voluntary movements.

Supranuclear palsy is characterized by a specific pattern of movement difficulties.
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supranuclear palsy,supranuclear syndrome,supranuclear dysfunction

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