What is a Hemiplegia? ‘Hemiplegia’ means complete paralysis of one half of the body, including one arm and leg.Any disease or injury in the motor centers of the brain can cause hemiplegia. Hemiplegia is a more severe form of ‘hemiparesis’ wherein one-half of the body is only weakened. Causes of Hemiplegia: Stroke:it is the commonest…
What is Chondromalacia Patellae? Chondromalacia patellae, or CMP, is a degenerative condition caused by improper loading of the knee. The symptoms of CMP include pain and inflammation in the patellar area, which often causes difficulty when climbing stairs, squatting, and prolonged sitting. CMP is a common cause of knee pain, especially in young adults. Physical…
What is a Prolapse Inter-vertebral disc (PIVD)? It is a protrusion or extrusion of the nucleus pulposus through a rent in the annulus fibrosus known as the Prolapse Intervertebral disc (PIVD).A prolapsed disc is commonly known as a ‘slipped disc”.The prolapsed intervertebral disc is also known as a herniated disc. PIVD Full Name: Prolapse Inter-vertebral…
