Causes
Injury to the nervous system is the most common cause of paraplegia. Common injuries and other causes include:
- Broken neck
- Broken back
- Stroke
- Spinal cord injury
- Genetic disorder (hereditary spastic paraplegia)
- Congenital (present at birth)
- Infection
- Autoimmune diseases
- Tumor
- Syrinx
Risk Factors
A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition. Paraplegia is typically the result of an unanticipated accident. People who participate in high-risk or high-contact sports or drive recklessly may be at a greater risk of suffering an injury that could cause this condition.
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.
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