Bradycinesia

/ˌbrædɪsɪˈniːʒə/ noun

Definition

Slowness of movement or abnormally slow body motion, often associated with neurological disorders.

Etymology

From Greek 'bradys' (slow) + 'kinesis' (movement), literally 'slow movement'; a medical term describing motor dysfunction.

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Bradycinesia is a hallmark symptom of Parkinson's disease—patients describe it as feeling like they're moving through molasses, and it's often one of the first symptoms noticed before tremors appear, making it crucial for early diagnosis.

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