India, Sept. 13 -- Dr Steven Spitz, a neurosurgeon, took to Instagram on May 27 to talk about 'conditions that could lead to paralysis if untreated, as well as 'conditions that are less likely to cause paralysis'. He titled his post: 'Can I be paralysed if I don't get back surgery?' Also read | Stroke or paralysis: Causes, symptoms, treatment, stem cell therapy, tips to prevent long-term brain damage

According to Cleveland Clinic, paralysis occurs when nerve signals to muscles are disrupted, causing loss of voluntary movement. This can be due to strokes, spinal cord injuries, nerve disorders like multiple sclerosis, or conditions like Bell's palsy, which causes temporary facial paralysis.

According to Dr Spitz, here are the conditions t...