ATHETOTIC GAIT
\ˌaθɪtˈɒtɪk ɡˈe͡ɪt], \ˌaθɪtˈɒtɪk ɡˈeɪt], \ˌa_θ_ɪ_t_ˈɒ_t_ɪ_k ɡ_ˈeɪ_t]\
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Gait abnormalities that are a manifestation of nervous system dysfunction. These conditions may be caused by a wide variety of disorders which affect motor control, sensory feedback, and muscle strength including: CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DISEASES; PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DISEASES; NEUROMUSCULAR DISEASES; or MUSCULAR DISEASES.
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