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akinesia

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a·ki·ne·sia  (k-nzh, -k-)
n.
Loss of normal motor function, resulting in impaired muscle movement.

[Greek akinsi : a-, without; see a-1 + knsis, motion; see -kinesis.]

aki·netic (-ntk) adj.
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Noun1.akinesia - motionlessness attributable to a temporary paralysisakinesia - motionlessness attributable to a temporary paralysis
palsy, paralysis - loss of the ability to move a body part


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There is significant improvement in muscle rigidity and akinesia but not necessarily in tremors.
Clinically, the appearance of Parkinson''s disease is noted by the presence of four cardinal signs or key symptoms, including tremors or trembling at rest, rigidity, akinesia and bradykinesia, and postural instability.
Ventriculography revealed akinesia in the anterolateral and apical walls and hypokinesia in posterobasal and inferior walls with a mural thrombus in the apex (Fig.
 
 
 
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