A physical disability can affect a person’s physical functioning, mobility, dexterity or stamina. Not all physical disabilities are visible.
There are a huge range of different types of physical disabilities and needs, some with a mild impact and some with a profound impact. Some examples of physical disability include Motor Neurone Disease, Parkinsons, Cerebral Palsy, Multiple Sclerosis and degenerative conditions.
BBC Shared a video of experiences of people who use wheelchairs opens a new window
opens a new window- BBC shared other videos in this series:
- Things not to say with someone with cerebral palsy opens a new window
- Things not to say to people with dwarfism opens a new window
- Things not to say to amputees opens a new window
- Things not to say to someone with cancer opens a new window
