What does paraplegia mean?
Paraplegia is a medical condition where a person has a permanent loss of motor function in the lower half of the body, typically resulting from a spinal cord injury. It can also refer to a similar condition in animals.
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"The charity supports people living with paraplegia, providing them with access to rehabilitation services and adaptive equipment."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.