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Neurotmesis: The Most Severe Form of Nerve Injury Explained

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Introduction Neurotmesis represents the most severe form of peripheral nerve injury, often resulting in complete loss of nerve continuity. It typically occurs after major trauma and leads to remarkable motor and sensory deficits, requiring surgical and rehabilitative management. Definition Neurotmesis is defined as a complete disruption of the nerve, including the axon and surrounding connective …

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Dyscalculia

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Dyscalculia

Definition of Dyscalculia Dyscalculia is a specific learning disability that impairs a person’s ability to understand and work with numbers. It disrupts the typical development of arithmetic skills and affects a person’s confidence in handling everyday tasks involving math. Research suggests, it is largely brain-based, with differences observed in areas of the brain responsible for …

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Cerebral Palsy

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Cerebral Palsy

Definition of Cerebral Palsy Cerebral palsy (CP)is a lifelong neurological condition that primarily affects movement, posture, and muscle coordination. It typically appears in early childhood and results from damage or abnormal development of the brain. Though not progressive or hereditary, its effects on movement cannot be fully corrected. Types of Cerebral Palsy CP presents in …

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Disability

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What is Disability ? Disability is a broad term that refers to physical, mental, intellectual, or sensory impairments that may limit a person’s ability to perform certain activities. Disabilities can be congenital (present from birth) or acquired due to injury, illness, or aging. While disabilities present challenges, they do not define a person’s potential, capabilities, …

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Mental Illness

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Meaning of Mental Illness According to the Persons with Disabilities (P W D) Act, 1995, “Mental Illness” refers to any mental disorder excluding mental retardation. In modern terminology, mental retardation is more appropriately referred to as intellectual disability, and it is treated as a distinct category of disability under the Act. Understanding Mental Illness Mental …

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 Multiple Disabilities

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Definition of Multiple Disabilities Multiple Disabilities refer to the presence of two or more impairments occurring simultaneously—such as intellectual disability combined with blindness, orthopedic impairment, or other conditions. These combined impairments create educational needs that cannot be addressed through programs targeting a single disability. It is important to note that this definition does not include …

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Down’s Syndrome

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Definition  Of Down’s Syndrome Down’s Syndrome is a genetic disorder caused by an extra full or partial copy of chromosome 21. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), this condition results in physical and intellectual developmental delays. Individuals with Down Syndrome often exhibit distinct facial features, mild to moderate intellectual disability, and are at higher risk …

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Learning Disability

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Definition of Learning Disability   The World Health Organization (WHO) defines a learning disability as a condition that impacts an individual’s ability to acquire and use academic skills. This may include difficulties in reading, writing, mathematics, and problem-solving.   Types 1. Dyslexia     Affects the brain’s ability to process written language.      Symptoms: Difficulty reading, writing, spelling, and recognizing …

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Intellectual Disability

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Definition of Intellectual Disability Intellectual disability is characterized by a significantly reduced ability to understand new or complex information, learn, and apply new skills.   Classification Intellectual disability is categorized based on IQ levels  Groups IQ Proportion of all mentally Retarded(%)                 Profound                                                       0-20 5 Severe 20-35                       20 Moderate …

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Locomotor Disability

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Definition of Locomotor Disability Locomotor Disability refers to the inability to perform movements related to personal mobility or object handling due to musculoskeletal or nervous system impairments.   According to the PWD Act 1995, it is a disability of bones, joints, or muscles that significantly restricts limb movement. The RPWD Act 2016 defines it as a …

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Rotator Cuff Injury

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Rotator cuff tear is the most common causes of shoulder pain and disability. The frequency of rotator cuff tears. Increases with age , with full thickness tear uncommon in patients younger than 40 years. The rotator cuff complex refers to the tendons of four muscles: subscapularis, supraspinatus, infraspinatus and teres minor.  Causes of rotator cuff …

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