Is it dangerous to watch TV with a concussion?
It is usually not “dangerous” in the sense of being harmful to the brain to watch a little TV with a concussion, but a lot of screen time can worsen and prolong symptoms. Therefore, TV and other screen use should be limited, especially in the first few days.
No, watching TV after a concussion is not dangerous, but it can worsen symptoms. After a concussion, the brain often has a reduced ability to process, filter and coordinate sensory input, especially visual input and gaze control. This can lead to rapid overload and increased symptoms. Including increased headaches, dizziness, brain fog, and fatigue. If you exceed your own tolerance repeatedly, symptoms can increase in intensity and persist over time. TV should therefore be watched symptom-controlled, in short sessions and with breaks. Screen use is recommended to be increased gradually, based on individual tolerance and recovery.
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In Parkinson's disease, vestibular dysfunction is an often underestimated contributor that both causes and worsens motor and non-motor symptoms.
We treat dizziness and balance problems. We offer you a thorough examination, modern technology and individually tailored treatment for lasting improvement.
Concussions and whiplash injuries cause complex functional disorders in your brain that make it challenging to process and coordinate multiple sensory inputs simultaneously.
