Paralysis is often caused by a serious injury to the spinal cord or brain. When the nervous system is damaged, it isn’t able to send signals from the brain through your body telling it what to do.
The most common accidents or physical injuries that can lead to paralysis are:
Motor vehicle accidents (truck accident, motorcycle accident, car accident, etc.)
Medical malpractice, like a botched surgical procedure
Workplace accidents
Traumatic brain injuries (TBI)
Back injuries and spinal cord injuries
Autoimmune disorders
Neurological diseases