Episode #120 Screen time and concussions
Nov 25, 2022•20 min•Season 3Ep. 24
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Episode description
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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