Hemiparesis

Hemiparesis is a disorder of motor function, which is manifested by weakening or complete loss of strength in one half of the body. This condition is a symptom of many diseases and injuries, and can be temporary or permanent.

The main cause of hemiparesis is brain damage caused by a stroke, brain tumor, head injury, or other circulatory problems in the brain. Weakening muscle strength on one side of the body can also be caused by neurological diseases such as multiple sclerosis, cerebral palsy or epilepsy.

Symptoms of hemiparesis can vary depending on what part of the brain is damaged, but often include decreased muscle strength, paralysis, loss of coordination, problems with balance and motor coordination, and problems with speech and vision.

Treatment for hemiparesis depends on its cause. If it is caused by a stroke, for example, then it is important to start treatment immediately to restore blood circulation to the brain. Physical therapy and rehabilitation can also help restore muscle strength and coordination.

Overall, hemiparesis can be a very severe and limiting condition, but early medical attention and proper treatment can help improve the prognosis and improve the patient's quality of life. If you have symptoms of hemiparesis, it is important to see your doctor for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment.

Hemiparesis (Greek αμι - one half + παρα - about + α-γωνία - angle, corner; abbreviated in Hemiparesis - “one half of paralyzed muscles”) is a neurological syndrome in which disturbances in motor acts occur only in half of the body and manifest themselves in the form of paralysis. The other half of the body is practically unaffected. This is due to isolated damage to the brain, or rather damage to half of its territory (hemisphere), and the sensitive pathways innervating the opposite half of the body, that is, the center in the pons and its branches. The severity of hemiparesis and the incidence of asymmetry also vary.

The syndrome occurs for many reasons, one of which is