noun involuntary shortening of stride and quickening of gait that occurs in some diseases (e.g., Parkinson`s disease) Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20974
Quickening the gait and shortening the stride involuntarily in order to maintain balance. This condition occurs due to certain diseases, such as Parkinson's disease. Found on https://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/22233