spastics
Those with tremors
Spastics is the plural of spastic.
As a medical/historical term, it referred to people with cerebral palsy or similar conditions.
As British slang, it's a serious disability slur.
American speakers use it more casually but should be aware of its weight elsewhere.
Neurological disorder impairing motor function
- hypertoniaPathological muscle tightness
- muscle toneResidual tension in fibers
- rigidityState of being unbending
- clonusRhythmic involuntary muscle contractions
dystonia · motor skills · coordination · tremors · spasms · contraction · neuromuscular · physical therapy
Bias against disabled individuals
- derogatoryExpressing criticism or disrespect
- pejorativeTerm expressing disapproval
- insultOffensive remark or action
- offensiveCausing displeasure or attack-oriented
discrimination · stigma · taboo · disparaging · disrespectful · demeaning · belittling · mockery
cerebral palsy
Neurological disorder impairing motor function
- hypertoniaPathological muscle tightness
- muscle toneResidual tension in fibers
- rigidityState of being unbending
clonus · dystonia · motor skills · coordination · tremors · spasms · contraction · neuromuscular · physical therapy · occupational therapy
ableism
Bias against disabled individuals
- derogatoryExpressing criticism or disrespect
- pejorativeTerm expressing disapproval
- insultOffensive remark or action
offensive · discrimination · stigma · taboo · disparaging · disrespectful · demeaning · belittling · mockery · ridicule
spasticscoordinated
Arranged to work together
controlled · precise · dexterous · steady · nimble