asynergy

noun

Meaning

A lack of coordination between muscles or organs that normally work together to perform complex movements or functions.

Examples

  • The neurologist noted that the patient's asynergy made it difficult for him to touch his nose with his finger.
  • Physical therapy focused on retraining the neural pathways to overcome the asynergy caused by the cerebellar injury.

Synonyms: clumsiness, incoordination, ataxia, dyssynergia