Move any sharp corners away from the bed. Sleep in the center of the bed, avoid sleeping at the edge of the bed( which I love but try to avoid). Cushion a potential fall with a soft rug or pillow on the side of the bed. Make sure there are no sharp corners like nightstands or tables near the head of the bed. Make your sleep area free from potential injuries. I had a nocturnal seizure and hit my head that didn’t wake me, but I did get 2 stitches.
June 14
So sorry to hear about the broken tailbone — that sounds really painful, and it's completely understandable to want to prevent that from happening again. Fall prevention is a real concern for many people with epilepsy, and there are some practical steps that can help.
Here are some home safety tips to reduce injury risk:
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So sorry to hear about the broken tailbone — that sounds really painful, and it's completely understandable to want to prevent that from happening again. Fall prevention is a real concern for many people with epilepsy, and there are some practical steps that can help.
Here are some home safety tips to reduce injury risk:
- Use a low bed frame or place your mattress on the floor
- Put a mat beside the bed to cushion any falls
- Mount bedside lamps on the wall instead of on a nightstand
- Move sharp or hard furniture away from sleeping and walking areas
- Wear proper footwear to reduce tripping risk
- Consider a helmet or knee pads if drop-type seizures are a concern A nighttime seizure monitor can also be really helpful — it detects unusual movement and alerts others, which means help can reach you faster.
It's also worth talking to your doctor about whether any medication adjustments could help reduce the frequency or severity of seizures, which in turn lowers fall risk.
Creating a seizure action plan with those around you is another great step so everyone knows exactly what to do if a seizure happens. Your healthcare team can help put one together.
June 4
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