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Many patients with epilepsy continue to experience seizures despite taking medication, and stress is a commonly reported trigger for seizures in these individuals. Therefore, a behavioral therapy proven to be effective in epilepsy could be a valuable adjunct to current pharmacotherapy. The challenges in testing such a behavioral intervention for epilepsy are numerous, including lack of consensus about sham designs, maintaining the blind, and powering the study absent known effect sizes. Herein, we present the design of a randomized, controlled, double-blind trial of progressive muscle relaxation as an add-on therapy for refractory epilepsy. Progressive muscle relaxation, which involves the tensing and releasing of muscle groups one at a time, is a well-established technique that relaxes the body and mind, reduces stress, and may improve seizure control. Study design issues discussed may provide insights that will inform future behavioral research in epilepsy.
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