Yoga and Aerobic Exercise in Epilepsy

Investigation of the Effects of Yoga and Aerobic Exercise Training on Physical and Mental Health in People With Epilepsy

In recent years, there is growing interest in illustrating the health benefits of exercise among epilepsy. Although exercise is recommended for patients with epilepsy, there is uncertainty concerning the effects of yoga and aerobic exercise on multiple health outcomes in epilepsy. The aim of this trial is to examine the effects of yoga and aerobic exercise training on physical activity, health-related physical fitness, mental, emotional, and psychological health status, seizure frequency and quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with epilepsy diagnosed by a neurologist using the International League Against Epilepsy (ILAE) criteria,
• Having access to the internet at least three per week.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any history of neurological disorders other than epilepsy,
• Significant physical and cognitive impairments,
• Musculoskeletal comorbid conditions,
• Contraindications for an exercise intervention including diagnosed cardiovascular, pulmonary, or endocrine diseases,
• Pregnancy,
• Mental deficiency or low education level to understand the questionnaires,
• Currently participating in an exercise program,
• Volunteers who miss 3 consecutive intervention sessions, and do not participate in 10% of sessions.