What is a Residual Poliomyelitis? Deformities after polio arise due to residual paralysis that weakness the limb after acute attack of polio. The medical term for this is post polio residual paralysis. Weakened muscle strength, imbalance of the forces acting on a joint and unequal growth of affected and unaffected muscles results in limb length…
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 a Cerebellar Ataxia? Acute cerebellar ataxia (ACA), also known as cerebellitis, It is a disorder that occurs when the cerebellum becomes inflamed or damaged.The cerebellum is the area of the brain responsible for controlling gait and muscle coordination.It is a term used to describe certain behaviors like postural unsteadiness, difficulty in co-coordinating movements…
