What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
hemiparalysis
Example
The patient suffered from hemiparalysis after the stroke. [hemiparalysis: noun]
Example
She experienced hemiparalysis on her left side due to the injury. [hemiparalysis: noun]
hemiplegia
Example
The patient was diagnosed with hemiplegia after the accident. [hemiplegia: noun]
Example
He suffered from hemiplegia on his right side due to the stroke. [hemiplegia: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Hemiplegia is more commonly used in medical contexts, while hemiparalysis may be used in both medical and non-medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between hemiparalysis and hemiplegia?
Both hemiparalysis and hemiplegia are formal terms used in medical contexts.
