Does anyone know of non-medical treatments for seizures?

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Laura J	Katie, I have an answer that may help but it is not appropriate to share it on this forum. E mail me. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

the crusader	No. There's no alternative for seizures. You've got to take the medicine. You can tell your doctor about the side effects of the meds and maybe he/she can switch you to something else. My question to the doctor also would be, "What is causing the seizures?". This is a very important question to ask. The reason for the seizures may also explain how you are feeling right now. It may not be the meds at all. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

rima_herbert	Try Kinotakara Detox pads. They are applied to the soles of the feet to remove toxins and get the blood flow working I have used the pads on a 70 year old who had a tumor on the brain and by using the pads it stopped his seizures. I also used the pads on the head area with some good results For further info you can visit my website on www.rima.k-link.co.nz Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

mp1	There are no guarantees, however if you are open to alteranatives, there has been remarkable results from energy psychology techniques used for such cases. Try researching on ACEP (association for comprehensive energy psychology) AAMET and emofree.com Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Jerry L	Hi! My name is Betty and I had a problem (with seizures) that is similar to yours. At the time of the first one, I was on quite a bit of medication, including Wellbutrin (an antidepressant)...in fact, along with Wellbutrin, I was also on 2 20 mgs of Prozac per day... Prior to 1st seizure (how embarrassing to have these!!!), my Dr ordered an EEG, which came back with abnormal results...neurologist said she thought it was due to medications... 1st was was in Oct...I was taken to emergency room where they did a cat scan...everything was ok until the following Jan when I had another one...they did a repeat cat scan, again everything ok. Looking back at how I felt during that period, my brain was definately operating "differently" than it is now (speedy?) Are you on any medications? My Dr has me on 100 mgs of dilatin AND I HATE IT! With time, I will be put on a lower dosage... I don't know...the brain. It does so much for us, and we abuse it (i.e., not enough rest, etc., etc)...and, although knowledge about it is increasing almost daily, it's workings are still such a mystery... It's been...gosh, a couple of years since that last seizure, and I haven't really made any major changes in medications (high blood pressure, FMD, flank pain, etc)...with exception of stopping Wellbutrin... Maybe it's just a really stressful time in your life? Oh! Personally, I swear by B Vitamins (I take Brewer's yeast)... I hope you rec lots of support/answers to your questions...hang in there! Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Chet	If we offered you a miracle remedy that prevents "seizures" would you buy it? Certainly you would. You won’t find it in a Pharmacy but at the Grocery Store. Try the Natural Cures for Seizures. Causes: The most important causes for chronic constipation are wrong diet and a faulty style of living. All foods in their natural state contain a good percentage of ‘roughage’ which is most essential in preserving natural balance of foods and also in helping peristalsis - the natural rhythmic action by means of which the food is passed down the alimentary canal. Much of the food we eat today is very deficient in natural bulk or roughage and this results in chronic constipation. Intake of refined and rich food lacking in vitamins and minerals, insufficient intake of water, consumption of meat in large quantities, excessive use of strong tea and coffee, insufficient chewing, overeating and wrong combination of foods, irregular habits of eating, and drinking may all contribute to poor bowel function. Other causes include faulty and irregular habit of defecation, frequent use of purgatives, weakness of abdominal muscles due to sedentary habits, lack of physical activity, and emotional stress and strain. Diseases such as tumors or growths, a sluggish liver, colitis, spastic condition of the intestine, hyperacidity, diseases of the rectum and colon, bad teeth, uterine diseases, diabetes, use of certain drugs for treating other ailments, abnormal condition of the lower spine, and enlargement of the prostate glands can also cause chronic constipation. Treatment: The most important factor in curing constipation is a natural and simple diet. This should consist of unrefined food such as whole grain cereals, bran, honey, molasses, and lentills; green and leafy vegetables, especially spinach, French beans, tomatoes, lettuce, Onion, Cabbage, cauliflower, brussels, sprouts, Celery, turnip, pumpkin, peas, beets, Asparagus, carrot; fresh fruits, especially pears, grapes, figs, papayas, mangoes, grapefruit, gooseberries, guava, and oranges; dry fruits such as figs, raisins, apricots and dates; milk products in the form of butter, ghee, and cream. The diet alone is not enough. Food should be properly chewed-each morsel for at least 15 times. Hurried meals and meals at odd times should be avoided. Sugar and sugary foods should be strictly avoided because sugar steals B vitamins from the body, without which the intestines cannot function normally. Foods which constipate are all products made of white flour, rice, bread, pulses, cakes, pastries, biscuits, cheese, fleshy foods, preserves, white sugar and hard-boiled eggs. Regular drinking of water is beneficial not only for constipation but also for cleaning the system, diluting the blood and washing out poisons. Normally six to eight glasses of water should be taken daily, as it is essential for digesting and dissolving food nutrients so that they can be absorbed and utilised by the body. Water should, however, not be taken with meals as it dilutes the gastric juices essential for proper digestion. Water should be taken either half an hour before or an hour after meals. Generally all fruits, except banana and jackfruit, are beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Certain fruits are however, more effective. Bael fruit is regarded as best of all laxatives. It cleans and tones up the intestines. Its regular use for two or three months throws out even the old accumulated fecal matter. Though generally used to check diarrhoea, bael contains both laxative and constipative properties. It hardens the stools when they are loose and serves as a laxative when the bowels are constipated. It should be preferably used in its original form and before dinner. About 60 g of the fruit will suffice for an adult. Pears are regarded the next best fruit beneficial in the treatment of constipation. Patients suffering from chronic constipation should better adopt an exclusive diet of this fruit or its juice for few days, but in ordinary cases a medium-sized pear taken after dinner or with breakfast will have the desired effect. The same is true of guava which, when eaten with seeds, gives roughage to the diet and helps in the normal evacuation of the bowels. Grapes have also proved highly beneficial in overcoming constipation. The combination of the properties of the cellulose, sugar and organic acid in grapes make them a laxative food. Their field of action is not limited to clearing the bowels only. They also tone up the stomach and intestines and relieve the most chronic constipation. One should take at least 350 g of grapes daily to achieve the desired results. When fresh grapes are not available, raisins soaked in water can be used. Raisins should be soaked in a tumbler full of drinking water for 24 to 48 hours. This would swell them to the original size of the grapes. The raisins should be eaten early in the morning. The water in which raisins are soaked should be drunk along with the soaked raisins. Drinking hot water with sour limejuice and half a teaspoon of salt is also an effective remedy for constipation. Drinking water which has been kept overnight in a Copper vessel, the first thing in the morning will bring good results. Linseed is extremely useful in difficult cases of constipation. A teaspoon of linseed swallowed with water before each meal provides both bulk and lubrication. In all ordinary cases of constipation, an exclusive fruit diet for about seven days would be the best way to begin the treatment. For long-standing and stubborn cases, it should be advisable to have a short fast for four or five days. This will drive out the packed contents of the bowels, eliminate toxins and purify the blood stream. Weak patients may take orange juice during the period of fasting. After the all-fruit diet or the short fast, as the case may be, the patient should gradually embark upon a balanced diet comprising adequate raw foods, ripe fruits, and whole grain cereals. It some cases, further short periods on fruits or short fasts may be necessary at intervals of two months or so depending on the progress being made. The bowels should be cleansed daily through a warm water enema for a few days at the commencement of the treatment. A cold friction bath taken daily in the morning can help cure constipation. An alternate hot and cold hit bath taken before retiring to bed is also beneficial. Abdominal exercise and manual or mechanical vibratory massages have a refreshing and stimulating effect in many cases. Toning up the muscles also helps in the treatment of constipation. Fresh air, outdoor games, walking, swimming, gardening and exercise play an important role in strengthening and activating the muscles, thereby preventing constipation. Hope this helps, Good Luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

♥A. K.♥	Hyperbaric oxygen therapy Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Pirate Girls Kick Butt!	Cranio Sacral Therapy (not sure if I spelled that right). It has helped many of my clients (children with developmental disabilities) whom have serious seizure disorders. Ask your neurologist to refer you and to keep it an open amount f visits so it is covered by insurance. Those who have this done are regular CS Therapy patients (once a week to once a month).Most people I know have to stay on their medication in order to keep their license, since you have to be 3 years free of seizures before being eligible to have a license with a seizure disorder, and I believe about that long to go off of meds completely. Good luck, and look into this cranio sacral stuff, it works miracles. Seizure disorder can be very dangerous if not treated (with meds). Please don't go off your meds just cause you don't like being on them. We all have to do things we don't like sometimes especially when it comes to taking care of ourselves. It is not a good sign if you had absent seizures in the past and are now having grand mal seizures, meaning your disorder is worsening. Maybe see a DO (doc. of osteopathy) they tend to be treat the whole self rather than body parts individually (and use alternative methods), and as mentioned above I would consider all other possibilities of things causing your symptoms. Best of luck. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

Mandala Reopens	I would strongly suggest looking at energy therapy (such as EFT) to help you with your seizures. EFT (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a great drug free therapy that you can also learn for yourself. This means that you can do it yourself without having to either take drugs or wait to see a therapist. You can find out more from the web sites below. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No

yourmuda	not a good idea. Was this answer helpful to you? Yes / No