Critical Illness Insurance For Paralysis

Paralysis is a loss of muscle function in part of your body which can be temporary or permanent and partial or complete. It can happen to any part of your body at any time of your life. If you experience permanent paralysis of limbs due to injury or disease of the brain or spinal cord you’ll lose sensation in the limbs. At times, a tingling sensation may occur before paralysis sets in. Permanent paralysis of lower limbs makes it difficult to control and move.

Stroke, peripheral neuropathy or multiple sclerosis may also lead to permanent paralysis. Struggling with a paralysis is not easy. And, you will want your family to stand together for you at such a time instead of being caught up in managing funds. Hence, it is advisable to opt for Critical Illness Health Insurance plan that covers medical expenses for treating permanent paralysis and related health issues.

Types of Paralysis

Flaccid paralysis may cause your muscles to shrink and become flabby. It results in muscle weakness. However, spastic paralysis involves tight and hard muscles. It can cause your muscles to twitch uncontrollably, or spasm.

How can be paralysis treated?

Depending upon the severity of permanent paralysis, doctor may advise the following line of treatment:

1. Medical Management
2. Physical and occupational therapy

Why is it important to opt for HDFC ERGO Critical illness Insurance Policy, even if you hold an indemnity health insurance plan?

Critical illness policy is a benefit-plan unlike the conventional indemnity health insurance plans. A lump sum amount (Sum Insured) is paid just upon diagnosis of any of the listed Critical Illness covered in the Policy. In case, your treating doctor recommends a certain line of treatment, critical illness plan by HDFC ERGO will give you a lump sum benefit in one transaction that may be used to pay for the treatment, care, and recovery. The money may also be useful for paying off debts, substituting lost income, or even in adapting to lifestyle changes in some cases. Treating a critical illness may drain away your savings, restrict you from working and earning and affect your routine lifestyle, hence a lump sum benefit in one single transaction up to your opted cover is best for during tough times. Your existing health cover or employee health insurance may cover your medical expenses up to a certain extent, however critical illness cover will offer you a lump sum benefit in one single transaction on first diagnosis or advice issued by a medical practitioner.

Why Choose HDFC ERGO’s Critical Illness Plan for Paralysis ?

You may concentrate on your health, while HDFC ERGO Critical Illness cover takes care of the funds. Apart from this, the insurer will also offer monetary support to your family, in case you are busy getting a treatment and there is a loss of income. The lump sum amount is paid in one single transaction on the first diagnosis after a survival period of 30 days. This lump sum amount can be utilized for care and treatment, recuperation aids, paying off debts or fund any lost income due to a decreasing ability to earn. Additionally, by opting for critical illness health covers you can also enjoy tax benefits under section 80D.