Chiropractic Care and Seizures
A common condition that many people in America suffer from is known as epilepsy. This condition is a seizure disorder marked by sudden convulsions or abnormal activity of the brain. Over 180,000 people report suffering from epilepsy, including males and females as well as children and adults. Having seizures can make you feel like you have no control over your health or body, but there are things that can be done to better manage seizure symptoms and reduce instances of seizures. You may be surprised to learn that a Lithia Springs chiropractor can help with your seizures, whether you have epilepsy, a diagnosed seizure disorder, or simply experience seizures from time to time.
Causes of Seizures
Over half of the seizures that occur in those with epilepsy are due to unknown causes. Doctors simply don’t know what is causing seizures to happen. Other known causes can be due to a variety of other factors, such as loss of oxygen to the brain during birth, trauma of some form, Autism, congenital conditions, or brain malfunctions. Strokes, severe infections, or even genetic factors may also play a part in seizures in adults. While there is indeed a reason for every seizure that happens, it is often vague and/or unknown, leaving many to wonder what exactly can be done to manage seizures.
Managing Seizures
The first option for those who suffer from seizures is usually to look to medication. While medication can be beneficial for some, over 30 percent of those on medications experience little to no change in their seizures. Medication also comes with its own risk of potentially harmful side effects. Another method for managing seizures is a newer technology that involves a device implanted in the body to stimulate the Vagus nerve electrically. This […]