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Prevention
There are no known ways to prevent every type of seizure disorder. You can take steps to prevent brain injuries which could lead to seizures:
- Always wear a helmet when using bikes, rollerblades, skateboards, or scooters.
- Wear protective headgear when contact sports. This includes football or hockey.
- Dive in safe depths of water.
- Always wear a seatbelt.
- Avoid using street drugs.
- Control high fevers in babies and young children.
- Get prenatal care. Make sure to follow all recommendations for the treatment of high blood pressure during pregnancy.
- Carefully treat all chronic illnesses.
If you have a very severe seizure disorder, some changes may be needed to prevent serious injuries. For example:
- Depending on the frequency of seizures, you may not be able to obtain a driver’s license
- Do not swim or bathe alone, or
- Do not work on ladders or ledges
- Certain athletic activities may need to be modified or avoided
Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2026 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.