Protect from Head Injuries with Epilepsy Helmets

If you or someone you know suffers from health conditions such as epilepsy, then reducing risks from injuries to the head is often top of the agenda. Seizures in both children and adults can cause serious head injuries – something that can pose a significant risk to the welfare of the sufferer. Taking the right steps early can help to mitigate this risk, one of which being wearing a protective helmet when near a seizure trigger.

The right helmet is essential for patient comfort and safety

It isn't just those with epilepsy that live with a higher head injury risk than others; people with autism, sensory conditions, or conditions that effect balance such as cerebral palsy, all face a similar level of risk. This article outlines the benefits of using disabled head protection to help make living with a certain condition safer, as well as including a useful guideline on how to choose the right helmet for you.

Choosing Your Epilepsy and Autism Helmet

Choosing the correct helmet can be difficult. You want to take into account size (if it's for adults or children), shape (for comfort) and what you actually want to protect against. If you fall a lot or are recovering from serious head injuries, then a helmet that protects the entire head is more useful, however if you want to protect against the occasional seizure then a smaller more lightweight helmet might be beneficial.

Which Head Protector Should I Choose?

Here at Health and Care we sell four helmets that are designed for those with special needs. They are as follows:

• Head Protex Soft Epilepsy Helmet
• Starlight Standard Protective Disability Safety Helmet
• Starlight Secure Protective Disability Safety Helmet
• Starlight Aqua Waterproof Head Protection Helmet

Head Protex Soft Epilepsy Helmet

Why We Love It...

✔ Breathable, lightweight padded foam enhances comfort and hygiene
✔ Different colours and designs encourage user wear
✔ Fabric relaxes with wear, creating a custom helmet fit

Ideal For...

✔ Toddlers through to adults, with eight different sizes
✔ A range of conditions where head protection is needed
✔ Low maintenance and machine washable for hygiene

Our Verdict: Our best-selling protective helmet is the Head Protex Soft Epilepsy Helmet, and it's easy to see why. Suitable from toddlers through to adults, this head injury protective helmet features breathable padded foam that provides protection to those at risk of injury. Its breathable design is ideal for children with autism, while different colours and sizes enable a catered design and fit.

Customer Verdict: "This Head Protection Soft Shell Hat fits perfectly and is very comfortable to wear, being very lightweight but of firm construction. I'm very happy with my purchase" Michael ★★★★★

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Starlight Standard Protective Disability Safety Helmet 

Why We Love It...

✔ Lightweight jersey lined interior is cool to wear
✔ Moisture wicking with good air circulation
✔ Soft to the touch cotton exterior and machine washable

Ideal For...

✔ Toddlers through to adults, with a huge range of sizes
✔ A range of conditions where head protection is needed
✔ Quick, easy and comfortable skull protection

Our Verdict: Next up is the Starlight Standard Protective Disability Safety Helmet, designed to protect against serious head injuries in those who are at risk of head injury. Its cotton design is layered with firm foam padding, ensuring that the wearer receives both comfort and protection. Suitable again from children through to adults, the Starlight Disability Helmet is ideal for a range of conditions.

Customer Verdict: "[I have] used medical grade helmets for years due to severe issues from my autism and epilepsy... I love the feel and look of this helmet and it is very helpful for my needs" Emlyn ★★★★

Starlight Secure Protective Disability Safety Helmet

Why We Love It...

✔ Hardwearing exterior with shock absorbing interior
✔ Different colours and designs encourage user wear
✔ Fabric relaxes with wear, creating a custom helmet fit

Ideal For...

✔ Both children to adults, with five sizes available
✔ A range of conditions where head protection is needed
✔ People at risk of self harm or sudden falls

Our Verdict: The Starlight Secure Protective Disability Safety Helmet offers advanced head protection using adjustable trapeze paddings, made of shock-absorbing foam. The high quality cotton lining makes this the perfect head protector for those with textural hypersensitivities, while the anatomical shape of the helmet offers additional protection to the temple and ear areas. This is a brilliant helmet for simple, day-to-day head protection.

We spoke to the supplier, who said: "This helmet is brilliant for anyone needing fantastic head protection. Coming with an adjustable chin strap for ease of use and a custom fit, the Starlight Secure Protective Disability Safety Helmet protects and comforts patients, without feeling cumbersome"

Starlight Aqua Waterproof Head Protection Helmet

Why We Love It...

✔ Waterproof helmet for protection during aquatic activities
✔ Perfect for swimming, water sports, showering and bathing
✔ Resilient against water and moisture - antibacterial and anti-fungal

Ideal For...

✔ children to adults, with 5 sizes available
✔ A range of conditions where head protection is needed
✔ Skull protection at all times, in the day and in wet areas

Our Verdict: The Starlight Aqua Waterproof Head Protection Helmet is a unique helmet suitable for a huge range of different uses. We love the waterproof, antimicrobial aspect of this helmet, offering premium protection on land and in water. This allows people to partake in a range of activities without compromising their safety, and also gives more protection during bath time and showers in cases of sudden fainting.

We spoke to the supplier, who said: "The Starlight Aqua Helmet can be used in a number of spaces - whether that's in therapy or in water-based activities. With antimicrobial properties, this helmet is perfect for low-maintenance but intensive hygiene, keeping patients healthy and happy." 

Why Buying a Special Needs Helmet Can Change Your Life

Using a special needs helmet, whether it's for yourself or a loved one, can greatly reduce your worry of a serious head injury taking place. The safety helmet can be worn when the person is in a high risk environment (that's either somewhere with hazards or in an environment that could trigger a seizure). By reducing the head injury risk to almost zero, you can have peace of mind in the safety of the helmet wearer.

Who Can Our Epilepsy Helmets Benefit?

Our protective safety helmets aren't just for epilepsy suffers and anyone concerned about a risk to their or a loved one's heads can benefit. We would recommend buying a head protector in the following cases:

• Epilepsy
• Autism (particularly during head banging episodes)
• Special needs
• Cerebral palsy
• Hydrocephalus
• Traumatic brain injury rehabilitation
• Development disabilities
• Sensory and motor development
• Seizure symptoms
• Repeated fainting

In addition, helmets can be used by anyone at a risk of head injuries. Suitable users include:

• Toddlers
• Children
• Teenagers
• Adults

Reduce Head Injury Risks with Protective Helmets

Using protective head gear can mitigate the risk of suffering a head injury if you suffer from many conditions, including epilepsy, autism, cerebral palsy, fainting and any condition associated with a lack of balance. If you'd like to find out more about our disability helmets, you can always check out our Disability Safety Helmets category.

Tags: Aids for Daily Living, Autism, Epilepsy, Fall Management.