AKINESIS Meaning and
Definition
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Akinesis is a medical term that refers to the partial or complete loss of voluntary muscle movement. The word is derived from the Greek words "a," meaning without, and "kinesis," meaning movement. Akinesis typically occurs as a symptom of certain neurological disorders or conditions, such as Parkinson's disease or stroke. It is characterized by a reduced ability or complete inability to initiate or control muscle movements, resulting in decreased muscle coordination and agility.
Akinesis can manifest in different ways depending on the severity and the specific areas of the body affected. It may range from a mild decrease in muscle activity to a complete loss of movement in a specific muscle or muscle group. Common symptoms associated with akinesis include muscle stiffness, rigidity, and a significant reduction in limb mobility.
The underlying causes of akinesis are often related to disruptions in the central nervous system, particularly in the basal ganglia or motor cortex regions of the brain. These disruptions can result from various factors, including the impairment of dopamine neurotransmitters, damage to brain cells, or blockage of blood supply to certain areas of the brain.
Treatment for akinesis is typically targeted at managing the underlying condition responsible for the symptom. This may involve a combination of medication, physical therapy, and occupational therapy to improve muscle strength, mobility, and coordination. By addressing the root cause, individuals with akinesis may experience improvements in their ability to move and carry out everyday activities.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for AKINESIS
- zkinesis
- skinesis
- wkinesis
- qkinesis
- ajinesis
- aminesis
- alinesis
- aoinesis
- aiinesis
- akunesis
- akjnesis
- akknesis
- akonesis
- ak9nesis
- ak8nesis
- akibesis
- akimesis
- akijesis
- akihesis
- sakinesis
Etymology of AKINESIS
The word "akinesis" is derived from two Greek roots: "a-" meaning "without" or "not", and "kinesis" meaning "movement".
In Greek, "a-" functions as a negative prefix and "kinesis" is derived from the verb "kinēsis", which means "to move". When combined, "a-" negates the concept of movement, resulting in "akinesis", which refers to the absence or loss of voluntary muscle movement.
Similar spelling words for AKINESIS
- ickinesses,
- Ignacius,
- agonizes,
- ookinesis,
- Acanaceous,
- iconizes,
- Agnosias,
- wackinesses,
- akinesias,
- yuckinesses,
- akins,
- akineses,
- iconises,
- agnosis,
- agnizes,
- Agnuses,
- agonises,
- weakenesses,
- Agnesis,
- akinesia,
- agnises,
- weaknesses.
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