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I need to know what's an injury that makes a person not be able to walk but can be recovered from?

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Lumbar spine strain: A low back strain or even a herniated disk can affect ambulation. You can completely recover from a lumbar strain; however, a herniated disc can be severe enough that you may need invasive medical treatment to restore normal motor function.

Answered 8/29/2013

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S;inal cord injury: You can experience inability to walk but recover from an bruising of the spinal cord. The process is sometimes called spinal shock.

Answered 8/31/2013

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