Vikramjeet Singh Vikramjeet Singh Asked 8 months ago

Can a paralysed person feel pain?

My grandfather has been partially paralysed after an accident many years ago. Sometimes he reacts to touch or certain sensations, but I've always wondered if he can actually feel pain like an able-bodied person. Does paralysis mean a complete loss of all sensation, including pain?

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Siddharth Nair Siddharth Nair Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago
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Actually, my uncle was partially paralyzed, and he could feel a dull, burning pain even though he couldn't move. My grandfather suggested some traditional massages, but we trusted the doctor who explained it was neuropathic pain. It varies from person to person.

Kavita Patil Kavita Patil Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

Yes, they absolutely can, and it is called nerve pain or phantom pain. My brother went through this after his accident. Regular repositioning to avoid bedsores and specific doctor-prescribed nerve medicines are very important to manage it.

Rajesh Verma Rajesh Verma Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Yes, they can feel pain, and sometimes it can lead to a dangerous spike in blood pressure called autonomic dysreflexia. My cousin had this complication and it was scary. Please consult a doctor immediately if a paralyzed person is in pain or acting restless.

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Meera Sen Meera Sen Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Yes, many times they do feel a different kind of nerve pain, even if they don't have touch sensation. It can be very difficult for them. Just being supportive and keeping them comfortable helps a lot.

Suresh Gupta Suresh Gupta Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Yes, nerve pain is common in paralysis. A practical solution we found for our relative was using air mattresses to prevent sores and doing gentle passive movements as recommended by the physiotherapist to keep the joints comfortable.

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Rohan Deshmukh Rohan Deshmukh Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

It depends entirely on the type and level of the spinal cord injury. Some paralyzed individuals experience neuropathic pain, where the brain receives incorrect pain signals. Consulting a neurologist is the best way to understand and manage this complex issue.

Grace D'Souza Grace D'Souza Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Yes, they can experience what is called neurogenic pain, which feels like burning or tingling. Even without physical feeling, the nerves can send chaotic pain signals to the brain. Proper medical care and physical therapy can help soothe this.

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