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EPISODE · Nov 25, 2022 · 19 MIN

Does screen time affect concussion-like symptoms? (EP120)

from The Concast · host Conor Collins

Screen time and concussions is a popular topic.Everyday someone asks me whether or not they should be using screens post-concussion and if so, how, and for how long.Most of my responses are “as tolerated”. Let your symptoms be your guide and take a lot of rest.Today’s episode I outline a study that tried to quantify screen time use early, in the healing phase and relate it to person outcomes.Did you restrict screens during your concussion ? Did it help or hinder you ?**Episode correction the study was ages 12-25 y/o NOT 20-25 y/o***Episode Resources*Macnow et al. Effect of Screen Time on Recovery From Concussion: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Pediatr. 2021 Nov 1;175(11):1124-1131. doi: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2021.2782.

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Screen time and concussions is a popular topic.Everyday someone asks me whether or not they should be using screens post-concussion and if so, how, and for how long.Most of my responses are “as tolerated”. Let your symptoms be your guide and take a lot of rest.Today’s episode I outline a study that tried to quantify screen time use early, in the healing phase and relate it to person outcomes.Did you restrict screens during your concussion ? Did it help or hinder you ?**Episode correction the study was ages 12-25 y/o NOT 20-25 y/o***Episode Resources*Macnow et al. Effect of Screen Time on Recovery From Concussion: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA Pediatr. 2021 Nov 1;175(11):1124-1131. doi: 10.1001/jamapediatrics.2021.2782.

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