ataxia
noun
Meaning
A lack of voluntary coordination of muscle movements that can include gait abnormality, speech changes, and difficulty with eye movements.
Examples
- Doctors performed several tests to determine the underlying cause of the patient's sudden ataxia.
- Physical therapy is often recommended to help manage the symptoms of chronic ataxia.
Synonyms: clumsiness, incoordination, dysmetria, dyssynergia