When Deftones bassist Chi Cheng suffered a traumatic brain injury in November 2008 during a car accident, doctors weren't sure he would survive. For nearly a year and half, Cheng has remained in a coma-like state, showing minimal response to doctors, family and friends. However, a new treatment regime has Cheng exhibiting definite signs of improvement.

Doctor Joseph Nguyen, who has been monitoring Cheng's condition, recently noted increased alertness, responsiveness and some directed movement. Much of Cheng's improvement has been credited to a cutting edge treatment plan that mixes approved drugs, electrical stimulation and nutraceuticals, or food that has medical benefits.

Dr. Defina, chief scientific officer and founder of the International Brain Research Foundation, along with Dr. Jonathan Fellus, of the Kessler Institute, began treating Cheng after being contacted Gina Blackmore, founder of the site One Love for Chi. Since the accident, the site has served as both a source for updates on Cheng's condition and a way for fans to donate money.