After the Procedure

After the test is complete, the technician will remove the electrodes. You will be instructed when to resume any medications. You generally will be ready to go home immediately following the test. No recovery time is required. Because you may be at risk for a seizure (especially if your medication has been withheld prior to the EEG), you should have someone take you home, and you should not drive. You should avoid activities that may harm you if a seizure occurs, until you have resumed your seizure medication for an adequate length of time. These precautions do not necessarily apply to the person who was not on any seizure medication prior to the EEG.