Spinal cord disorders and paraplegias

Abstract

Paraplegia is defined as complete loss of motor and sensory function from the thoracic, lumbar, or sacral regions of the spinal cord, whereas paraparesis is partial weakness in both lower limbs, due to disorder in the spinal cord or nerves supplying the muscles or direct involvement of the muscles. The child loses the ability to stand or walk and may also lose urinary and bowel control, and temperature and pain sensation in the affected area [1, 2].