diplegic
/daɪˈpliːdʒɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or affected by diplegia (paralysis on both sides of the body, especially the legs).
- The hospital has a special program for diplegic patients.
- She works as a therapist helping diplegic children learn to walk.
- Diplegic cerebral palsy often requires lifelong physical therapy.
noun
- A person who has diplegia.
- Many diplegics use braces or crutches to help with mobility.
- The support group welcomes diplegics and their families.
- He is a diplegic who competes in wheelchair sports.