Dr. Ashutosh's Health & Wellness

What is Paralysis? Paralysis, simply put, is the loss of muscle function in part or full body of an Individual. Paralysis can be gradual or sudden without any symptoms. Some forms of paralysis are curable through proper vaccination and physiotherapy. Types of Paralysis : There are essentially four types of Paralysis which are as follows; Palsy – paralysis accompanied with involuntary tremors. Hemiplagia – paralysis of the one side of the body – face, arms and legs. Paraplegia – paralysis of the lower half of the body. Quadriplegia – paralysis of the arms and legs. Causes of Paralysis Paralysis is the result of damage to the nervous system especially the spinal cord. Paralysis can be due to many reasons that can range from injury, accidents and diseases. Some of the major reasons of paralysis are Stroke, Brain Injury Trauma with nerve injury, Cerebral Palsy, Lyme disease, Botulism, ALS, Peripheral Neuropathy, Poliomyelitis, Spina Bifida, Multiple Scleros...

Physiotherapy treatment for Paralysis The physiotherapy treatment provided for paralysis will be dependent upon the cause and severity of the symptoms. This will be established by a thorough subjective and objective neurological assessment in the clinic or in the home environment. Following the assessment, there will be the opportunity to discuss your goals and expectations of physiotherapy treatment. Physiotherapy treatment for paralysis may focus on:  Muscle strengthening  Stretches to maintain muscle length and joint range of motion  Core stability exercises  Dynamic balance work  Transfer practice  Re-education of walking pattern  Sensory stimulation  Facilitation of return to hobbies/driving/work  Functional electrical stimulation  Provision of walking aids and equipment The benefits of physiotherapy are:  Increased muscle strength  Maintain range of movement and muscle length  Improved core stability  Improv...