What is paralysis?
Paralysis is a condition that can be accompanied by
loss of sensation, involving a loss of muscle function, and is also called loss
of sensation. This term is derived from the Greek word which means the
inactivation of nerves. This is usually due to a loss of motor function or loss
of sensory information in the nervous system. There are two main causes of
paralysis. Paralysis occurs due to damage to the brain or spinal cord.
Paralysis, which is more common in advanced ages, occurs only in a certain part
of the body, not in the whole body. The loss of sensation and movement in a
stroke is usually unilateral and occurs only on the right or left side of the
body.
What are the causes of paralysis?
There are several possible reasons why someone may
have a temporary or permanent stroke. It usually occurs as a result of damage
to the spinal cord or other parts of the nervous system. These damages are:
In addition, some medications affect the function
of the nerves and, in rare cases, can cause paralysis.
What are the types of stroke?
Paralysis can be classified as localized when a
specific part of the body, such as the face or hand, is affected, or as general
paralysis if a large part of the body is affected. There are also more specific
terms to describe specific areas of the affected body:
What are the conditions in which
paralysis is caused?
Paralysis can also lead to other health problems.
In particular, urinary incontinence and bowel incontinence are known to affect
many people who have suffered from paralysis. In addition, the sexual functions
of both men and women are adversely affected.
Pressure ulcers can also occur due to excessive
pressure being applied to certain tissues in the body.
Many people experience psychological effects as a
result of changes related to stroke. Depression is very common because
individuals are unable to live the life they are used to, and it can be
difficult to adapt to this change.
How is the treatment of paralysis
done?
In the process of treating stroke, the goal, in general, is to live as independently as possible with the
highest quality of life. The optimal treatment for each paralyzed patient
depends on the type of stroke and its impact on quality of life.
Devices that help people with disabilities can
offer solutions to some types of stroke. For example, paraplegics, losing the
function of the lower part of the body, can use a wheelchair and lead a
relatively independent lifestyle.
For people who are also paralyzed in the upper part
of the body, an electric wheelchair can help with mobility if they control
movement in their hands.
Orthoses are another alternative designed to
improve limb function and compensate for weaknesses in the affected muscles.
Follow-up is very important in paralysis
complications. Being aware of possible complications so that signs can be
diagnosed earlier if they occur. Early diagnosis facilitates the treatment of
the patient and increases the quality of life. In addition, medical treatment
of these conditions is justified and must be addressed to improve the quality
of life of each patient.
Things to know about stroke
rehabilitation
Stroke rehabilitation sessions range from about 1.5 to 2 hours. Before rehabilitation, the
physiotherapist prepares a treatment plan specific to the patient. Treatment
takes into account the patient's age, health status, severity of the paralyzing
condition and the cause of the stroke. In stroke rehabilitation, the positive
or negative results of the physical therapy applied to the patient depends on
the level of stroke. The aim of physical therapy is to enable the patient to
perform his own care.
In stroke rehabilitation, patients are given
exercise applications, cold hot treatment method and massages accompanied by
smart devices. One of the most effective methods of treating stroke is pool
exercises. Water helps in the treatment by lifting a large weight of the body.
In this way, the load carried by the patient is reduced and the movements given
to him are easier.
The main goal of physical therapy is primarily to
fulfill the patient's former function or to provide improvement. It should be
ensured that the patient can meet his own needs to take a shower, eat, meet his
toilet needs. Swallowing and speaking exercises are also practiced.
Psychological support is also given in physical therapy.
Spinal Cord Paralysis
Spinal cord paralysis generally occurs in
situations such as falls, injuries, traffic accidents, severe impacts and
severe impacts. Therefore, it occurs quite often.
In general, the function of the whole body is not
lost in spinal cord paralysis. In spinal cord paralysis, only the right or left
leg, arm, waist, shoulder may lose their function separately. Spinal cord
paralysis occurs at the point where the blow is taken.
In the treatment of spinal cord paralysis, physical
therapy is started after the spinal cord damage is removed. A personalized
physical therapy plan is prepared by taking into account the area where the
stroke occurred, the level of the stroke, the age of the patient, and the
general health status. For the success of the treatment, the correct
rehabilitation treatment plays a very important role with the efforts of the
patient and the patient's relatives.