Dan Nave

 Definition  Causes of Epilepsy  Facts and Statistics  Brain Function  Types of Seizures  What to do during a seizure  Tips

 A disturbance in the electrical activity of the neurons in the brain.  It is a chronic condition of the central nervous system that is characterized by recurrent seizures and convulsions.

 Idiopathic: 80% of all epilepsy remains unexplainable. Heredity seems to be an underlying factor but is controversial.  Acquired: can be traced to birth injuries, brain tumors, lack of oxygen, or injuries to the brain.

 Epilepsy is prevalent among people with neurological problems, primarily those with mental retardation or cerebral palsy, or both.  20% of all persons with epilepsy have their first seizure before age 10. Most all percentage of people with epilepsy has their first seizure before the age 40.  Estimated that 1 of every 200 people has some form of epilepsy. Most cases are so mild as to go undetected.

 Higher probabilities of seizures occur in women during the menstrual period.  Physical education aids in warding off seizure because of the chemical effect exercise has on the body processes.  Has been linked to heredity, but studies have not convincingly proved the theory.  100% treatable with medication

 Partial: Located in one specific area of the brain. ◦ Jacksonian: ◦ Psychomotor:

 Generalized: seizures which involve the entire cerebral cortex (both hemispheres). ◦ Grand Mal: ◦ Petit Mal:

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 Aura:  Tonic Phase:  Clonic Phase:  Sleep or Coma Phase:

 Let it run its course.  Move things out of the way so the victim does not get injured.  Remove tight clothing around the neck.  Do not hold a person down.  Put the person on their side.  Only call 911 if the person is injured during the seizure, if it lasts more than five minutes, or if it seems like a seizure is immediately following a previous one.

 Know that they are the same as everyone else. They just have a condition.  All sports (collision or contact sports included) can be played by a medically balanced student.  Some activities are controversial. For example heading the ball in soccer.  Aquatics or activities that could result in a fall such as gymnastics should not be done alone.

 Defined  Causes  Facts and Statistics  What happens in the brain during a seizure  Types of seizures  What to do during a seizure  Tips

 Dunn, J. M., & Leitschuh, C. A. (2006). Special physical education (8 th ed.). Dubuque, IA: Kendall/Hunt Publishing.  Sherill, C. (1998). Adapted physical activity, recreation, and sport: Crossdisciplinary and lifespan (5 th ed.). Dubuque, IA: McGraw-Hill