synkinesis

/sɪŋˈkɪnɪsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

an involuntary movement or action that occurs simultaneously with a voluntary movement, such as smiling when trying to speak

“The patient’s synkinesis was a noticeable side effect of the brain injury.”

2. noun

a rare neurological disorder characterized by involuntary muscle movements

“The doctor specialized in treating patients with synkinesis and other movement disorders.”

Synonyms

  • movement disorder
  • synkinesia