Stop Treating Every PCS Symptom Like a Setback #PCSRecovery #PostConcussion
18 Oct 2026 · 0 min
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In this brief commentary, David Brimacombe challenges the common perception that symptom spikes during post‑concussion syndrome (PCS) recovery are setbacks. He proposes that when a symptom intensifies after attempting a new activity, it reflects the brain’s prediction‑error response—signaling that the activity was unexpected and prompting protective mechanisms. By reframing these spikes as informative signals rather than failures, individuals can adopt a more constructive mindset toward recovery.
