Dog therapy for adults with epilepsy
Part of Brain & nervous system clinical trials.
This study tests whether spending time with a therapy dog during psychomotor therapy can improve quality of life for adults with epilepsy that is not controlled by medication. Participants will have regular sessions with a dog as part of their therapy.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years or older
- You have epilepsy that does not improve with medication
- You need psychomotor therapy for emotional, movement, body awareness, or time/space issues
- You will stay at the Teppe Institute or at the FAM des 4 Jardins for at least 3 months
- You are not afraid of dogs
- You are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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