Chinese researchers treat coma with ultrasound: 13 of 24 patients regain consciousness

Chinese scientists from a Shenzhen institute developed a method of non-invasive brain stimulation using focused ultrasound directed precisely at the thalamus. In a pilot study with Kunming Medical University, 24 patients in vegetative state or minimal consciousness underwent three 20-minute sessions weekly for 4 weeks — 13 showed improvement in conscious behaviors. One woman after brain hemorrhage who remained in coma for 3 months regained speech, ability to eat independently and walk with assistance after one month of therapy. Results were published in...

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