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Results 1 - 2 of 2 for Athetosis
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  1. Movement - uncontrollable 
    ... tone (flaccidity) Slow, twisting, or continued movements (chorea, athetosis, or dystonia) Sudden jerking movements (myoclonus, ballismus) Uncontrollable ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003201.htm - Medical Encyclopedia
  2. Movement - uncontrolled or slow 
    The slow twisting movements of muscles (athetosis) or jerky muscle contractions (dystonia) may be caused by one of many conditions, including: Cerebral palsy (group of disorders that can involve ...
    https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003197.htm - Medical Encyclopedia