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can just being in a car cause overstimulation (not driving)

I swear I felt awful the next day or two after being just a passenger (half hour ride each way to therapist). Is that possible???

I usually use the time in the car to "rest" and put my head back but this particular time I figured I should start getting used to being in the car again ... what do you think?

I've had the same experience

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Originally Posted by wtrpk (Post 776133)

I've taken four car rides since my concussion: three to see doctors (via taxi), and one to my parents' condo from my apartment (girlfriend driving). Each ride was about 20-30 mins.

Thus far, I've found it hard even to be a passenger. I've asked the cab drivers to go slow, avoid potholes where possible, etc., which helps somewhat. In a way, the car rides seem worse than the actual doctors' appointments, which have been OK. However, the last ride I took was better than the previous ones, with no significant side effects. It all seems to be part and parcel of the same condition - I'm hoping that as I improve overall, travelling by car (or otherwise) will get easier.

I know I have a hard time on car rides that last longer then 10 min or so. I find myself trying not to look out of the windows when I am in a car. It helps me to keep my focus on the dash or to close my eyes.