Hi all,

I recently traveled interstate to see a Neurologist who specializes in sports-related injuries including concussions.

I indicated that I feel my symptoms almost all the time (even at rest now) and that they are aggravated by physical and cognitive activity. It appears that my symptoms are more easily triggered than they used to be.

To cut the long story short, the neurologist indicated that I should still be able to undertake cognitive activity and that doing so would 'not' inhibit my recovery. I questioned him on this but he assured me that he was correct. What does everyone here think?

He recommended that I start an exercise program where I train to a heart rate that does not worsen my symptoms, then slowly increase over time. I have heard of this before. However, I feel my symptoms constantly and they are just worsened further by exertion. So, is the theory that I start exercising, even with symptoms present, and hope my body just becomes acclimatized to it? I'm not sure about this logic.

The Neurologist also referred me for vestibular testing and neuropsychological assessment which I am currently progressing with.

For those who do not know, I am a 27 year old male with PCS for over 18 months and without improvement. Symptoms have worsened and are more easily aggravated.

Any advice would be appreciated.

Thanks