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What are the 3 most common physical disabilities?


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Physical disabilities:

  1. Physical disabilities simply mean that it limits a person’s movement, stamina, or overall functioning.
  2. A disability can be temporary, long-term, or permanent. Someone can become disabled because of injury, illness, or genetic disorders.

The 3 most common physical disabilities are –

  1. Arthritis and Other Musculoskeletal Disorders: Arthritis is inflammation and tenderness in one or more joints. Symptoms include stiffness, pain, swelling, and a lower range of motion.
  2. Cerebral Palsy: It is the most common childhood disability affecting movement and muscle coordination. CP is a group of disorders that impact the ability to maintain balance and move.
  3. Spinal Cord Injuries: spinal cord injuries (SCIs) happen because of damage to the spinal cord. It leads to loss of feeling, movement, or other functions.

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