Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hemiparesis
noun
/ˌhɛmɪˈpɛrɪsɪs/
Definition
Hemiparesis refers to a condition characterized by weakness on one side of the body.
Examples
- The patient displayed symptoms of hemiparesis after the stroke.
- Rehabilitation exercises can help improve mobility in those with hemiparesis.
- Babies may show hemiparesis due to early brain injury.
Meaning
This term is often used in a medical context to describe partial loss of strength, affecting either the left or right side of the body, and can result from various neurological conditions.
Synonyms
- Unilateral weakness
- Half paralysis
- Partial paralysis
