What is the meaning of the word "abasia"?

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  1. A medical term that refers to the inability to walk due to impaired muscle coordination, neurological issues, or psychological factors. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • The neurologist diagnosed the patient with abasia, explaining that their walking difficulty was due to motor incoordination. copy to clipboard
  2. A neurological condition characterized by the inability or impairment to walk due to loss of muscular coordination or strength, often related to damege or disorders of the brain, spinal cord, or nerves. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Patients with abasia often struggle with balance and may require assistive devices for mobility. copy to clipboard
  3. Specifically describes a condition where an individual cannot walk, even though their legs are physically capable of movement. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Despite having normal muscle strength, her abasia prevented her from walking unaided. copy to clipboard

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