Man Wakes Up From a 12 Year Coma, Remembers Everything

He went into a coma as a boy, and 12 years later he came out of the coma as a man, and he remembered everything. Today's incredible video is about a man's story as he was locked inside his body for 12 years, completely aware, but unable to communicate. This heartbreaking story luckily has a happy ending, but how did he endure being trapped for so long? Hear from Martin himself, this is his incredible story of survival.

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[-hsuw]

Shout out to the dad who took care of him so well despite his condition

[rahjeel]

That caregiver who actually took care of him, you da real MVP

[aurkom]

Man, I can't express how much respect I have for the parents, especially his father.

[Bayckun]

His parents are amazing. Imagine waking up every 2 hours just to flip your doll like son when you know that your son is likely dead... For over a decade. Every night routine, just caring for your child. It kinda makes you appreciative for the ones you have in life.

[Labeedh]

Imagine insulting someone who you think can’t hear you then realising they told the whole world what you have said

[sealscav]

To the nurse who actually cared for the boy. Thanks for having a sense of human decency.

[LebronJamesSuperFan-mi]

imagine how different things would be if he never got that nurse..

[michaeljamesnarciso]

I salute his parents for not giving up especially his father.

[rockstarJDP]

I always talk to my patients, whether they're responsive or not. You can never make the assumption that they can't comprehend your presence. Sparing 5 minutes of your own time to dedicate to them, no matter how small a gesture, whether its reading to them or combing their hair or even just holding their hand for a bit can make such a world of difference. Always be kind and patient because it doesn't take much to make someones day :)

[jsudlow]

Hopefully this sheds some light on how abusive “caregivers” can be

[BantryBai]

My brother's heart stopped when he was 17. He was training at a rugby club and apparently just dropped to the ground. The doctors told us he had been without oxegen to his brain for over 20 minutes and that he had severe brain damage. They didnt think he would make it. He went into a coma for months afterwards and when he came out if it he was blind, deaf and unresponsive. After occupational therapy and rehabilitation he slowly started showing signs of improvement. At first it was simple grunt responses but miraculously over a decade later he is walking, talking and living a mostly independent life. He still has problems with dexterity in his hands but he is wittier than me and can hold a conversation with anyone. I couldn't be prouder of the persistence, sense of humour and determination he has shown through it all. We've seen many other patients that weren't so lucky.

[rwilliams_]

Imagine sleeping on the warm side of the pillow for 12 years

[robertmills]

The caregiver who helped him is a true hero, she deserve to be awarded and appreciated

[SAMUELARESTM]

We need cameras everywhere in hospitals and care facilities

[mediovibe]

The part about his dad made me tear up. He cared so much for his son

[LiddoSushi]

This makes me so angry, this is exactly why not everyone belongs in the medical field.

[rjjtmt]

This is my biggest fear it’s like not being able to wake up from your dream

[christinawhitehead]

As a nurse this makes me sad 😢 we are always taught that dignity is important no matter where or not they can hear you

[Mr_-Heisenberg]

Shoutout to his parents who never gave up on him 🙌

[kanemabalot]

Imagine being conscious of your surroundings while in a coma and trying to wake yourself up but you just couldnt for 12 years.