Paralysis By: Parker Roose, Lynsey Dressen Red3
What is it? Is the loss of ability to move (and sometimes to feel anything) in part or most of the body
What it causes Loss of movement and feeling Irritability numbness Muscles weakness
Frequency 2.3 million people world wide
Treatment No cure Aim of treatment for individuals to live as independently as possible with the highest quality of life Disability aid devices Wheelchair for loss of movement in the lower body Electric wheelchair for loss of movement in lower and upper body Orthoses/ neuroprosthesis
Ways to avoid it Use protective gear while playing sports Be careful when doing activities that can harm you
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