By implanting electrodes into a man who has been in a limited conscious state for the last six years, doctors and scientists have now been able to restore function in the man.
From NPR:
Doctors tried the experimental treatment on a man left severely brain damaged after an assault more than six years ago. For years, the man barely interacted with people, only sometimes nodding yes or shaking his head no. Sometimes he would mouth a single word. Now, he can speak in phrases and even recited part of the Pledge of Allegiance.
Listen to the story online.
According to the story, some of his memory is still gone but his mother is thrilled that he can say “Mommy” and “Pop” and say “I love you Mommy.”
A similar implant did not help Terry Schiavo before she was removed from life support.
Speaking of medicine – 15 more minutes till I can take some more steroids. Let’s see if we can get some miraculous results from these pills as well.
