Nietmotorische

Nietmotorische is a Dutch term used as an adjective meaning non-motor. In medical and psychological contexts, it refers to aspects, symptoms, or processes that are not related to movement or motor control. The term is commonly used to distinguish non-motor phenomena from motor-related symptoms (such as tremor, bradykinesia, or dyskinesia).

Examples of nietmotorische kenmerken include cognitive changes (executive function, memory), mood and affect (depression, anxiety), sleep disturbances, autonomic dysfunction (constipation, orthostatic hypotension), sensory symptoms (pain, decreased olfaction), fatigue, and gastrointestinal problems. These symptoms can occur in various conditions, and are particularly emphasized in diseases like Parkinson's disease, where non-motor symptoms can precede motor signs and significantly affect quality of life.

Measurement and clinical relevance: Non-motor symptoms are assessed using patient-reported outcomes and caregiver reports, with specific scales and questionnaires developed in research and clinical practice. Recognition of nietmotorische problems is important for holistic care, treatment planning, and prognosis.

Language notes: the common written form in Dutch is often hyphenated as niet-motorische, while some texts may spell as eenwoord nietmotorische. The term is used across neurology, psychiatry, geriatrics, and related fields to describe non-movement-related aspects of health and disease.