I think many of us have dealt with this question. My experience was initially returning after 6 weeks. I burned out after about 2 months. Then I took a month off and have returned part-time 3-4 hrs/day. Even this much is hard some weeks. I am working with an agency (Canadian) that is now recommending 3 hrs, 3 days per week and then gradually building up.

I think it really depends on the person. I am better to do a little, but keep the routine of going to work and mixing with people. If I stay home too long, I get introverted and lose my confidence. It's a personal thing for sure.

Good luck

Well after I posted this my Doc said no to me going back anyway!

It is taking until now for me to realise I am not getting better over night there is not a magic pill! I have kept on thinking that I'll be right in a couple of weeks for ages now.

Thank you all again for the input!

Well I am still not at work but I cannot help but feel that people just look at me as if I am being lazy.

I am lucky that I do not live alone since I have needed the help around the house but this means I do not qualify for any financial help. Although this accident has brought us closer together, I am used to being independent and relying on somebody else to support me is hard. It has been suggested that I fill envelopes from home to help out while I am off of work....does anybody know a real company in the UK that actually pays for this or are they all scams?

Thanks