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The first week after a concussion is important for further recovery. The main goal is to protect the brain while avoiding both overload and prolonged inactivity.
The first week after a concussion is important for further recovery. The main goal is to protect the brain while avoiding both overload and prolonged inactivity.
Relative rest with reduced physical and cognitive load is recommended for the first 24–48 hours. Activity should then be resumed gradually and symptom-controlled. Good sleep and a stable circadian rhythm are essential. Screen use and mentally demanding tasks should be limited initially.
Avoid exercise, alcohol and the risk of new head injury. Light physical activity, such as gentle walking, can be introduced when symptoms allow. Monitor symptoms and discontinue activity if there is a clear worsening.
If symptoms do not improve or worsen, targeted follow-up and rehabilitation should be considered.
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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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.
