Catalepsy
Synonyms
Anochlesia
Anochlesias
Catalepsies
Cerea Flexibilitas
Flexibilitas, Cerea
Flexibilities, Waxy
Flexibility, Waxy
Waxy Flexibilities
Waxy Flexibility
A condition characterized by inactivity, decreased responsiveness to stimuli, and a tendency to maintain an immobile posture. The limbs tend to remain in whatever position they are placed (waxy flexibility). Catalepsy may be associated with PSYCHOTIC DISORDERS (e.g., SCHIZOPHRENIA, CATATONIC), nervous system drug toxicity, and other conditions.