Can Lyena move?
Since her accident, Lyena has been unable to voluntarily move any part of her lower body (see “Have there been improvements in Lyena’s physical condition” below for an exciting exception). By herself, she can’t wiggle her toes, bend her knees, stand, kneel, crouch or walk. Because she can’t control her lower stomach or back muscles, her balance when seated has also been affected. Without the support of a chair or a well-placed hand, Lyena has difficulty, for instance, taking off a sweater or brushing her hair.