Paralysis

Paralysis Description on a Cellular Level

The nervous system is affected by Paralysis

The brain can't send signals to other parts of the body

Then the body can't move

It affects cell functions because they can't move

Heart rate problems

Blood flow problem

Breathing problems

What are treatments for this condition?

Supportive Devices like canes, braces, and ect

Pros
It works and they are easy to use

Con
You will always have to carry them and you get tired

Mobility aids

Cons
They are hard to use and you can't use them any place that has stairs

Pros
They work really well and you won't get tired

Statistics

5.4 Million people

The paralyzed muscles have to repair on there own

It is not curable

Mostly Americans are affected by paralysis

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How can it be prevented?

Never dive in shallow water

Where a helmet when you ride your bike

Exercise more

Don't smoke

Don't drink often, only moderately

What Causes Paralysis

Caused by damage in the nervous system

Damaged spinal cord

Head injury

Many sclerosis

What is being done to stop this condition?

Phsical therapy

Occupational thearpy

But paralysis is not curable