Paraplegia: Persons with paraplegia experience paralysis in both of their lower extremities, which means they have limited use or no use of their legs. However, their upper extremities (arms) are typically unaffected by a paraplegia injury, allowing them to retain arm and hand function.

Quadriplegia: Persons suffering from quadriplegia experience paralysis in both of their upper and lower extremities, meaning they have limited use or no use of both their arms and both their legs. However, the extent of arm and hand function can vary depending on the level of the spinal cord injury.

Paraplegia results from spinal cord injuries in the lumbar, thoracic, or sacral regions of the spine. The specific level of the injury determines the extent of paralysis and its impact on daily life.

Quadriplegia results from spinal cord injuries in the cervical region of the spine, specifically between the C1 vertebra and the T1 vertebra. The higher the level of injury within this region, the more extensive the paralysis and loss of function.

Paraplegic are individuals with paraplegia typically retain control over their trunk and torso muscles, allowing them to maintain balance and perform certain upper body movements.

Quadriplegic are accident victims quadriplegia who often have limited control or no control over their trunk and torso muscles, and that creates challenges in maintaining balance and performing upper-body movements.

Paraplegia: Bowel and bladder functions may be compromised in paraplegic individuals, but the extent of loss of control can vary depending on the level and severity of the injury.

Quadriplegia: Bowel and bladder dysfunction is more common and severe in persons suffering from quadriplegia due to the higher level of that spinal cord injury.