Epilepsy management with non-pharmacological methods

Anti-seizure medication is the first-line treatment option for patients with epilepsy. Over 30% of patients do not experience a reduction in seizures with anti-seizure medication alone. It is important to have second-line options for these patients because uncontrolled epilepsy can have a severe, negative impact on one’s life. Various surgical interventions can be utilized in focal epilepsy, including surgical resection, ablation therapy and neuromodulation techniques. Generalized epilepsy has surgical and non-surgical options. This article serves to address methods used to decrease or eliminate seizures in patients with drug-resistant epilepsy.