Etymology. The word "bedridden" is derived from the Middle English term bedrid, the past tense form of riding a bed, which dates back to the 14th century.

What causes a person to be bedridden?

Early onset dementia, Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and Multiple Sclerosis are just a few of those immobilizing diseases that can cause our loved ones to be bedridden.

What does it mean by bedridden?

: forced to stay in bed by sickness or weakness bedridden patients.