Hemiparetic

/ˌhɛmɪpəˈrɛtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characterized by hemiparesis, partial weakness affecting one side of the body.

Etymology

From hemiparesis (Greek hemi- + paresis) + -ic (adjectival suffix), describing the condition of partial one-sided weakness.

Kelly Says

A hemiparetic patient's brain is like a traffic jam on one side—some signals get through (you can move), but the lanes are congested (movement is slow and difficult).

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