Locked-In Syndrome
Locked-in syndrome can preserve cognition and awareness while eliminating voluntary movement and speech. Brain stem stroke can interrupt output pathways required for speaking, writing, or moving while the cerebrum still generates thoughts…
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Locked-in syndrome can preserve cognition and awareness while eliminating voluntary movement and speech. Brain stem stroke can interrupt output pathways required for speaking, writing, or moving while the cerebrum still generates thoughts and language. Locked-in syndrome can leave a person able to think and understand without an effective way to express thoughts. Severe ALS can leave a person unable to move or speak despite preserved awareness.