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Definition of Retropulsion
1. Noun. (medicine) a tendency to step or walk backwards involuntarily, especially as a symptom of Parkinsonism ¹
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Medical Definition of Retropulsion
1. 1. An involuntary backward walking or running, occurring in patients with the parkinsonian syndrome. 2. A pushing back of any part. Origin: retro-+ L. Pulsio, a pushing, fr. Pello, pp. Pulsus, beat, drive (05 Mar 2000)