About Us...
Many sports and
recreational activities are safe and beneficial for people with
epilepsy. They reduce the stress that sometimes triggers seizures and
also maintain fitness and bone mass levels.
There are, however, some sports and recreational activities that are not advised or extra caution may be necessary. For example, some activities pose a greater risk than others due to the possibility of head injury. Or if a person has uncontrolled seizures, then swimming is not advisable without constant supervision. Swimming with a companion, preferably an experienced swimmer, is recommended for anyone who has seizures. Swimming in a pool is safer than swimming in open water.
Participation in sports and recreational activities should be discussed with your doctor.
It is also important to use the appropriate safety gear (e.g. helmets, flotation devices, etc.) and to avoid related problems such as low blood sugar, dehydration, or overexertion which could increase the risk of seizures.
Activities to enjoy include:
-
tennis
-
basketball
-
volleyball
-
hiking
-
track and field
-
baseball
-
jogging
-
golfing
-
cross-country skiing
-
badminton
Activities that are considered dangerous:
-
scuba diving
-
rock climbing
-
parachuting
Sports that pose some risk due to the possibility of head injury:
-
hockey
-
football
-
soccer
-
boxing
-
karate