Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
plegia
Noun
/ˈplē-jē-ə/
Definition
Plegia is a medical term that refers to paralysis or a loss of the ability to move parts of the body.
Examples
- The patient experienced plegia after the stroke.
- Quadriplegia refers to paralysis of all four limbs.
- She is undergoing rehabilitation for her hemiplegia.
Meaning
It signifies a condition where there is a loss of motor function, which can be partial or complete, affecting various muscle groups or limbs.
Synonyms
- paralysis
- immobility
- loss of movement
