PARALYSES Meaning and
Definition
-
Paralyses refers to a state of complete or partial loss of the ability to move or function in one or more parts of the body. It is characterized by the impairment or absence of muscle control due to a disruption in the communication between the brain and the affected muscles. Paralyses can result from various causes, such as damage to the central nervous system, spinal cord injuries, stroke, nerve damage, or certain medical conditions like multiple sclerosis or cerebral palsy.
The condition often leads to a significant limitation in mobility and can affect different parts of the body, including the limbs, face, or even the entire body. Paralyses can be categorized into different types, such as monoplegia (paralysis of one limb), hemiplegia (paralysis on one side of the body), paraplegia (paralysis of the lower extremities), or quadriplegia (paralysis of both the upper and lower extremities).
In addition to the physical limitations, paralyses can also manifest other complications such as loss of sensation, muscle atrophy, spasticity, or even respiratory difficulties. Treatment options for paralyses aim to manage the underlying cause, alleviate symptoms, and enhance quality of life. This may involve physical therapy, occupational therapy, assistive devices, medications, or in some cases, surgical interventions. Rehabilitation plays a crucial role in helping individuals with paralyses regain as much functional independence as possible and adapt to their circumstances.
Common Misspellings for PARALYSES
Etymology of PARALYSES
The word "paralyses" comes from the Greek word "paralysis", which means "paralysis" or "paralyzed". The Greek word is derived from the term "paralyein", where "para" means "beside" or "alongside", and "lyein" means "loosen" or "unbind". The term "paralyses" first entered the English language in the 16th century, retaining its Greek origins to describe a condition characterized by the loss of voluntary movement and sensation in a part of the body.
Conjugate verb Paralyses
CONDITIONAL
I
would paralyse
we
would paralyse
you
would paralyse
he/she/it
would paralyse
they
would paralyse
FUTURE
I
will paralyse
we
will paralyse
you
will paralyse
he/she/it
will paralyse
they
will paralyse
FUTURE PERFECT
I
will have paralysed
we
will have paralysed
you
will have paralysed
he/she/it
will have paralysed
they
will have paralysed
PAST
I
paralysed
we
paralysed
you
paralysed
he/she/it
paralysed
they
paralysed
PAST PERFECT
I
had paralysed
we
had paralysed
you
had paralysed
he/she/it
had paralysed
they
had paralysed
PRESENT
I
paralyse
we
paralyse
you
paralyse
he/she/it
paralyses
they
paralyse
PRESENT PERFECT
I
have paralysed
we
have paralysed
you
have paralysed
he/she/it
has paralysed
they
have paralysed
I
am paralysing
we
are paralysing
you
are paralysing
he/she/it
is paralysing
they
are paralysing
I
was paralysing
we
were paralysing
you
were paralysing
he/she/it
was paralysing
they
were paralysing
I
will be paralysing
we
will be paralysing
you
will be paralysing
he/she/it
will be paralysing
they
will be paralysing
I
have been paralysing
we
have been paralysing
you
have been paralysing
he/she/it
has been paralysing
they
have been paralysing
I
had been paralysing
we
had been paralysing
you
had been paralysing
he/she/it
had been paralysing
they
had been paralysing
I
will have been paralysing
we
will have been paralysing
you
will have been paralysing
he/she/it
will have been paralysing
they
will have been paralysing
I
would have paralysed
we
would have paralysed
you
would have paralysed
he/she/it
would have paralysed
they
would have paralysed
I
would be paralysing
we
would be paralysing
you
would be paralysing
he/she/it
would be paralysing
they
would be paralysing
I
would have been paralysing
we
would have been paralysing
you
would have been paralysing
he/she/it
would have been paralysing
they
would have been paralysing
Infographic
Add the infographic to your website:
