Can you go to work with a concussion?
Yes, you can often go to work with a (mild) concussion, but not for the first 24–48 hours, and only if the job is adjusted so that the symptoms do not worsen. If you have obvious symptoms, you should be on sick leave, either fully or partially.
Yes, you can often go to work after a concussion, but work should usually be avoided for the first 24–72 hours if symptoms are triggered or worsened by even light physical activity, such as a short walk.
When symptoms allow, a gradual and facilitated return to work is recommended, for example with shorter days, breaks and reduced screen time. Workload should be increased gradually and symptom-controlled, without clear or persistent symptom worsening.
Pushing yourself back into full-time work or physical exercise too quickly can delay recovery and is often the cause of the development of chronic concussion syndrome (post-concussion syndrome).
Structured and gradual escalation provides a better prognosis.
Our treatments
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.
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What should be avoided in case of concussion?
What should you not do when you have a concussion?
When can you watch TV after a concussion?
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How to recover faster from a concussion?
Can you go to work with a concussion?
How long should you take it easy after a concussion?
Our treatments
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.
