What is "akinesis"

n. 1 Absence of a kinetic hinge in the skull. 2 akinesia; loss of muscle control

n. motionlessness attributable to a temporary paralysis [syn: akinesia]

Akinesis may refer to:

• Cranial akinesis, referring to skulls possessing no kinetic hinge
• Akinesia, the loss of the ability to create muscular movement in some diseases such as Parkinsons