Paralysis

When something goes wrong with our central nervous system and our brain is unable to pass massage to other parts of the body, in that condition our body will lose the ability to move or feel anything. This type of condition is called paralysis. In other words, paralysis is the inability, whether temporary or permanent, to move a part of the body. In almost all cases, paralysis is caused by nerve damage.

What happens when the body gets paralysed?

There are some factors that can affect the body in the case of paralysis.

• The brain is unable to relay a signal to a part of the body
• The brain is able to sense touch and other sensations in the body but unable to effectively relay a response
• The brain is neither able to sense touch or other sensations nor can it send messages to that part.

Causes:

There are many causes that can damage the nerves which lead to paralysis. Some of the most common causes are:

• Injuries or accidents
• Tumours
• Spinal diseases
• Strokes
• Polio

Treatments:

There is no cure for permanent paralysis of the body. However, there are some treatments that can help in the case of temporary paralysis.

• Neurotherapy. Temporary treatment caused by strokes of bell’s palsy can be cured by Neurotherapy over time. It is one of the best non-surgical treatments available for paralysis.
• Occupational therapy. It can help you learn new ways to perform daily tasks.
• Mobility device. Modern science has developed many devices, such as wheelchairs, walkers, and braces, which can help a person in their daily life.
• Surgery. Surgeries on the spine or nerve transfer