ataxia

noun

atax·ia | \ə-ˈtak-sē-ə,

(ˌ)ā-\

Definition of ataxia

: an inability to coordinate voluntary muscular movements that is symptomatic of some central nervous system disorders and injuries and not due to muscle weakness

— called also incoordination

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Virgil Harris wants a cure to Friedreich's ataxia for his daughter Jazmyne Harris. — Maureen C. Gilmer, Indianapolis Star, "For Father's Day, this Indianapolis dad just wants a cure for his daughter," 17 June 2018 The 22-year-old has Friedreich's ataxia and uses a wheelchair for mobility. — Wilborn P. Nobles Iii, NOLA.com, "LSU students design beach-accessible wheelchair to help Plaquemine woman," 6 Apr. 2018

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ataxia-telangiectasia

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ataxia

noun

atax·ia | \ə-ˈtak-sē-ə, (ˈ)ā-

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Medical Definition of ataxia

: an inability to coordinate voluntary muscular movements that is symptomatic of some disorders of the central nervous system

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