spastic dysarthria

spas·tic dys·ar·thri·a

dysarthria caused by lesions along the corticobulbar tracts. Synonym(s): rigid dysarthria

spas·tic dys·ar·thri·a

(spas'tik dis-ahr'thrē-ă) Disturbance associated with upper motor neuron disorders causing excess tone and limited range in muscle movements, characterized by imprecise consonants, monotony of pitch and reduced stress, and a labored voice quality.
See also: pseudobulbar palsy