Question 1

is there a difference between hemiplegia / hemiparetic / hemiparesis?

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Degree of weakness: Hemiparesis is the term used to describe unilateral weakness.The range of power is anything less than full, to just being able to move a limb when gravity is removed. Hemiplegia describes a limb(s) that have no movement. The spectrum of power goes from full->hemiparesis->hemiplegia. The tone of a hemiparetic can be either flaccid or spastic depending on the cause.

Question 2

what is the difference between quadriplegia, and hemiplegia?

Accepted Answer

4 vs 2: Quadriplegia means that all four of a person's limbs are not functioning at full capacity, whereas in hemiplegia, only two are affected.

Question 3

is there a  difference between cerebral palsy and a spastic hemiparesis?

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Categorical : "cp" is a group of chronic motor impairments defined by functional limitations in mobility & hand use from neurological dysfunction, not by underlying cause.Impaired control of movement & posture appears early in life, usually from prenatal brain malformation or injury. Spastic=increased muscle tone with decreased voluntary movement hemi-one-sided paresis-weakness is a form of cp.

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: hemiplegia?

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Hemiplegia: Hemiplegia =   full or partial paralysis of one entire side of the body .

Question 5

what is hemiplegia? what kind if dr do you see for it? thx

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Weakness: Hemiplegia means weakness affecting half of the body, such as the right arm and right leg. You should see a neurologist.

Question 6

what is it like to have alternating hemiplegia and how to cope?

Accepted Answer

Alternating hemipleg: Alternating is a very rare genetic disease which causes sudden spells of hemiplegia affecting various sites if the body depending on the severity of the illness coping can be very difficult. The lesser form has a better prognosis than the severe form. Verapamil has helped in some cases. More information can be obtained from the National institute of Health

Question 7

what is hemiplegia paralysis?

Accepted Answer

Half body weak: Hemiplegia means half the body.  Paralysis means inability to move.  Following a stroke a person may be paralysed on only one half of the body.  Any damage to one side of the brain can result in paralysis of the opposite side of the body.

Question 8

does left side paralysis accompany hemiplegia?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Hemiplegia is basically one sided paralysis.

Question 9

what are some devices to help a person with hemiplegia?

Accepted Answer

See below: Many; there are special walkers, wheelchairs, shower chairs, devices that help with dressing, grooming and bathing and eating . There are devices that help move paralyzed limbs. There are modified vehicles that allow persons with a stroke to drive if possible. See a rehab doctor (physiatrist) and you can learn more.

Question 10

does right hemiplegia cause dysphagia more than the left ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: The left side of the brain controlls the rt side of the body. The left side of brain has the speech/swallow center in it. So...It follows.

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