Research progress on physical activity in children with epilepsy
10.3760/cma.j.cn101070-20231030-00314
- VernacularTitle:癫痫患儿体力活动的研究进展
- Author:
Jing ZHAO
1
;
Shuangzi LI
;
Junqi ZENG
Author Information
1. 重庆医科大学附属儿童医院神经内科，儿童发育疾病研究教育部重点实验室，国家儿童健康与疾病临床医学研究中心，儿科学重庆市重点实验室，重庆 400014
- Keywords:
Child;
Physical activity;
Epilepsy;
Influencing factor
- From:
Chinese Journal of Applied Clinical Pediatrics
2024;39(10):792-796
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
-
Abstract:
While the benefits of regular participation in physical activity for children are clear, misconceptions have developed about the possible benefits and potential complications of exercise in children with epilepsy, resulting in excessive restrictions on their sporting activities.Current evidence suggests that physical activity can not only reduce seizure frequency, but also reduce obesity and improve cognitive function and mental health.While further research is required to investigate the specific benefits of physical activity on children with epilepsy, in general, children with epilepsy should be advised to increase participation in sports and exercise as a means of improving long-term physical and mental health.This review focuses on the current situation, assessment tools, influencing factors, and benefits associated with physical activity in children with epilepsy, as well as exercise suggestions and considerations, in order to provide a reference and basis for the investigation of physical activity in children with epilepsy in China.
