Physical disabilities

 A variety of conditions that impair a person's physical functioning, mobility, or dexterity are referred to as physical impairments. Numerous factors, such as trauma, disease, genetic abnormalities, or congenital problems, can lead to these difficulties. The following are a few prevalent categories of physical disabilities:

Mobility Impairments: Disorders that make it difficult to move, like;

 Paralysis is the loss of function in a portion of the body, frequently brought on by strokes or injury to the spinal cord.

Amputation: When a limb is lost, it can affect movement and necessitate the use of assistive devices or prosthetics.

Muscular Dystrophy: A collection of hereditary conditions that result in gradual muscle loss and weakness.

Orthopedic conditions: Pain and decreased movement can result from conditions like arthritis.

Neurological Disorders: Conditions that impact muscle control and coordination, such as cerebral palsy.

Changes in sensation and varied degrees of paralysis can be caused by spinal cord injuries.

Chronic Conditions: Physical capacity can be impacted by chronic pain and weariness caused by conditions such as multiple sclerosis or fibromyalgia.

Disorders affecting both motor control and sensory perception, such as ataxia, which impairs coordination, are referred to as sensory-motor disorders.

In order to improve their mobility and independence, people with physical limitations frequently use assistive devices like wheelchairs, walkers, or braces. Accessibility must also be taken into account in places to make sure that everyone can use them.A variety of conditions that impair a person's physical functioning, mobility, or dexterity are referred to as physical impairments. Numerous factors, such as trauma, disease, genetic abnormalities, or congenital problems, can lead to these difficulties.

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