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Hello, is there any device that you can wear that can detect when a seizure is about to occur?

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Ashton, MD
May 3
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In my opinion Calrice, depending on what type of seizures you have there are two devices you can consider that will stop a seizure before it gets full-blown one’s called the VNS device, which is actually put on the side of your neck and attached to the vagus nerve the other is the RNS device is actually put on top of the edge and for wires are connected to the location where your seizures occur so that can stop the activity before it gets full-blown from whatever it the RNS device works well with focal seizures, but I don’t think the VNS device does with focal seizures for what I’ve heard and seen.

May 3
MyEpilepsyTeam

That's a great question! Currently, most wearable devices are designed to detect a seizure as it's happening rather than predict one before it occurs. However, they can still be incredibly helpful for alerting caregivers quickly.

Here are some wearable options worth knowing about:

- Embrace2 Watch – FDA-approved, it detects Show Full Answer

That's a great question! Currently, most wearable devices are designed to detect a seizure as it's happening rather than predict one before it occurs. However, they can still be incredibly helpful for alerting caregivers quickly.

Here are some wearable options worth knowing about:

- Embrace2 Watch – FDA-approved, it detects generalized tonic-clonic seizures by measuring skin activity, motion, and temperature. It can alert family members or caregivers via text or call. A prescription from your doctor is required.
- Epilert Bracelet – A waterproof bracelet that monitors heart rate, motion, skin temperature, and other signals to detect seizures. It includes apps for users, caregivers, and doctors. Note: it hasn't yet received FDA approval.
- SeizAlarm (Apple Watch/iPhone app) – Detects seizure-related movements and sudden heart rate changes, then notifies emergency contacts with your location.

It's worth noting that no current wearable device detects *all* seizure types, and none are 100% accurate — false alarms can happen.

The best step is to speak with your neurologist about which device might suit your specific seizure type and lifestyle. They can help weigh the pros and cons for your situation.

May 3

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