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Periodic Paralysis News Desk

Resources for the Periodic Paralysis Community since 1995

Quality of Life Assistant

Unusual exertion may trigger attacks in periodic paralysis but it may take from moments to 72 hours after exertion for the weakness to develop. Some patients riport that minor episodes may be aborted with mild exercise. By keeping a log you might determine your level of exercise tolerance.

Activity Chart

Please use this chart to help you determine activity triggers to HKPP. Additional spaces have been left for you to individualize the chart to your particular exercise/activity schedule.

Activity Date Duration Frequency Positive and/or
Negative Effects
Walking        
Jogging        
Running        
Swimming        
Water exercise        
Weight training        
Lifting (specify)        
         
         
         

The space below alows for special notations to your activities of daily life (ADL)