Resources and legal information for families affected by locked-in syndrome following a stroke or brain stem injury.
A traumatic brain injury, stroke, or hemorrhage that affects the brainstem can lead to locked-in syndrome, while similar injuries to other parts of the brain can instead cause a vegetative...
Locked-in syndrome is not common. In fact, it’s an extremely rare condition with an estimated 1,000 cases in the United States, according to Healthline. However, with no international or national...
There are no warning signs for locked-in syndrome. The only signs that someone may have locked-in syndrome include waking from a coma but remaining paralyzed and unable to communicate. Locked-in...
Locked-in syndrome is one of the most devastating conditions in medicine. A person's mind stays fully awake and aware, but their body can no longer respond. In most cases, only...
Locked-in syndrome (LIS) strips away nearly everything—speech, movement, and even the ability to breathe unaided—while leaving the mind fully intact. It's a terrifying diagnosis, one that can feel like a...
Caring for a loved one with complex medical needs is one of the most demanding roles a person can take on. It is also one of the most meaningful. Whether...