Birmingham Paraplegia/Quadriplegia Injury Attorney

We often take our mobility for granted. But in a moment, a serious car crash or other type of accident can cause you to suffer from paralysis. Paralysis is a partial or complete loss of muscle function. Paralysis is a scary situation and if it’s permanent and widespread, it can result in significant treatment. Contact a Birmingham injury attorney who specializes in paraplegia/quadriplegia injuries and can help you obtain the compensation you deserve.

Types of Paralysis

There are several types of paralysis, but the most common ones are paraplegia and quadriplegia, which are both generalized types of paralysis. Paraplegia, which is caused by a nerve or lower spine injury, impacts the legs and possibly parts of the torso. Quadriplegia impacts all four limbs—the arms and legs—and possibly the neck and torso areas. The cause is usually an injury to the neck or upper spine.

There are also various degrees of paralysis.

• Partial. This is when you have some control of your muscles.
• Complete. You are fully paralyzed and cannot move your muscles at all.
• Temporary. This is when some or all muscle control returns.
• Permanent. This is when muscle control never returns.
• Spastic. The muscles become tight and hard and may spasm.
• Flaccid. The muscles get flabby and shrink.