You’ve just witnessed a family member or friend having their first seizure, and it was terrifying for both of you. You never expected it, and neither did the nearly 3 million Americans who have epilepsy. You’re both understandably scared and you don’t know what to do next. First, just breathe. Try to calm down. Don’t […]
This is our first in a series of articles where we will dispel a series of myths about epilepsy. One of the most common myths is that people with epilepsy can’t drive. But they can! Here’s the scoop. More than 50 million people across the globe, with 1.1 percent of U.S. adults live with epilepsy. […]
If you are planning your next vacation or trip overseas, then one of the most important things you have to consider is your medication. Whether it’s pills to combat allergies or it’s something more serious like a breathing apparatus, it’s imperative that you understand what it will take to transport your medicine through customs. With […]
How Vagus Nerve Stimulation Therapy Helps Epilepsy A procedure called vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) may be helpful for patients who suffer from epilepsy. The vagus nerve is called a cranial nerve because it originates in the brain. This nerve controls involuntary bodily functions, like motor functions in the diaphragm and stomach, heart functions and […]
6 Latest Advances in Assistive Technology It’s estimated that 48.9 million people in the United States have some sort of disability. 24.1 million people have severe disabilities, and 34.2 million people have a functional limitation, according to the U.S. Census Bureau Survey of Income and Program Participation. As defined by the survey, people who have […]
If you have been known to have seizures while playing video games, you aren’t alone. People who have seizures while playing video games have photosensitive epilepsy. Seizures are triggered by visual stimuli that forms patterns in time or space. Visual stimuli that triggers seizures could be flashing lights, regular moving patterns or bold, regular patterns. […]
Employees With Disabilities Are Incredibly High-performing Workers While most people don’t think of it right away, you are going to find that workers with disabilities perform just as well, if not better than you might expect them to, when compared to a regular employee. For example, if you hire somebody with a disability, the first […]
Resource Page for Seizure Sufferers When you or someone you love is suffering from seizures, it can put your mind at ease to know as much information as possible. The tricky thing is that you don’t know where to start. We’ve put this guide together of all the best resources and information available for seizure […]
Children and adults who have to have head surgery can benefit from using equipment for special needs on a temporary basis. Our helmets fall under this category and allow the skull to recover without any added trauma. They can help by adding an extra layer of protection and give the skull time to heal before […]
You can get added protection by using our cranial helmets for the mentally challenged. Our helmets are made from EVA rubber, which gives added cranial protection and reduces the risk of serious injury. This is an ideal solution for parents who want to protect children who suffer from self-abuse or head banging. They are tested to […]
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