For many PWEs, walking is the safest way to move around. But even this has risks that must be managed. One of the simplest yet most effective safety tips is to always walk facing oncoming traffic — left side in Commonwealth countries, right side in American systems.
Why? Because it reduces the chance of being startled by vehicles coming from behind, and it gives you full visibility of what’s approaching. For someone living with epilepsy, minimizing surprise and sensory shock can reduce seizure risk.
The EMG covers practical safety strategies for transport and walking, emphasizing risk mitigation and awareness. Walking is indeed safer than riding, but it must still be approached with care.
This issue is discussed in detail in the Epilepsy Management Guide, which you can download for free. To participate in the discussion on this topic, visit the Global Epilepsy Forum. To know more about what we do, please click HERE. We also have a donation page where those who feel compelled can give whatever they can afford by clicking HERE.
