The cause of paralysis may be an accident or injury that causes tears or compression of the nerves. As a result there is damage to the spinal cord, brain or muscles. Any accident where there is injury or damage to the central nervous system can cause impairment or total loss of motor function.

Suddenly being unable to move can make a person feel helpless. Although paralysis is a traumatic injury, there is medical treatment available. There may be damage to the tissues surrounding the brain, muscles and spinal cord, which will require additional medical intervention.

There are other possible causes of paralysis such as: trauma, stroke, Lou Gehrig's disease (ALS), botulism, multiple sclerosis, Bell's palsy and Guillain-Barre syndrome.

Paralysis may also be the result of medical negligence or malpractice. There are medical procedures that could result in reckless and negligent damages. A few of these are: Improper handling of an instrument or device during surgery, surgery performed by an unqualified or non-certified physician, operational error during a surgical procedure, failure to properly disclose the risks of a surgery, medication or operation, or not recommending alternate therapies for any medical condition that may be treated without surgery or medications.

Other Types of Accident/Injury Paralysis Are:

• Birth paralysis-Injury suffered as a result of a neonate birth
• Compression paralysis-Caused by pressure on a nerve or disc
• Facial paralysis-Injury that causes weakening or total paralysis of the facial muscles
• Mixed Paralysis-Combination of loss of motor function and sensory loss due to accident or injury
• Peripheral Nerve Paralysis-Paralysis, caused by an accident or injury where there is an interruption of the peripheral nerve supply.

What are some of the known treatments for Paralysis? Medical treatment depends on the type of paralysis, and the extent of the specific damage. Treatment for paralysis could include: surgery, physical and speech therapy, and additional medical intervention such as long term rehab at a medical facility.

When paralysis is caused through no-fault of the injured person, the victim is entitled to seek damages for personal injury. If you or a loved one has suffered paralysis due to the negligence of someone else, you should seek qualified legal counsel. Schedule a consultation with a personal injury lawyer to discuss your case.