Choreoathetoid
Choreoathetoid
Choreoathetoid (pronunciation: koh-ree-oh-ath-uh-toyd) is a term used in the field of medicine to describe a specific type of involuntary movement characterized by continuous, random, and dance-like movements of the body.
Etymology
The term "Choreoathetoid" is derived from two Greek words: "choreia", which means dance, and "athetos", which means without position or place. This refers to the unpredictable and uncontrolled movements associated with this condition.
Definition
Choreoathetoid movements are a symptom of several neurological disorders, including Huntington's disease, Wilson's disease, and certain forms of cerebral palsy. These movements can affect any part of the body, including the arms, legs, and trunk. They are typically irregular, twisting, and writhing, but can also involve abrupt, jerking movements.
Related Terms
- Chorea: A neurological disorder characterized by jerky, involuntary movements affecting especially the shoulders, hips, and face.
- Athetosis: A condition in which abnormal muscle contractions cause involuntary writhing movements.
- Dystonia: A neurological movement disorder syndrome in which sustained or repetitive muscle contractions result in twisting and repetitive movements or abnormal fixed postures.
- Hyperkinetic movement disorders: A group of diseases characterized by an excess of movement, as seen in chorea, athetosis, and dystonia.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Choreoathetoid
- Wikipedia's article - Choreoathetoid
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