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Why do most acupressure mats warn against use if you have epilepsy: e.g., http://www.heavenlymats.com/about-acupressure-mats/acupressure-mat-warnings?
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Brain: The concern is that epilepsy is a brain (electrical) issue and that these devices could lower the seizure threshold
Answered 10/18/2013
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