Condition
Fatigue
What you should know about fatigue
Fatigue may occur after a concussion, post-concussion syndrome, whiplash, illness, prolonged stress or another neurological event. In some people, the nervous system has to work harder to process information, regulate energy and respond to sensory input. This can make daily tasks feel disproportionately demanding.
At Amsterdam Brain Center, we assess how your nervous system is functioning and which factors may be contributing to your fatigue.
How we approach fatigue
We treat fatigue when it appears to be related to neurological dysfunction. Through the Functional Neurological Examination, we identify which brain functions and neurological processes may be involved in your symptoms.
The treatment is aimed at improving the coordination and communication between these functions. During the intensive treatment week, we use targeted therapies, training and exercises to support the way your nervous system processes information and regulates energy.
The goal is to reduce the impact of fatigue and help you build more capacity for daily life, where possible.
Your road to recovery
One week of intensive treatment
Step 1
The Functional Neurological Examination (FNE)
You share your symptoms with us, prompting us to ask relevant questions and conduct a thorough Neurological Examination. This process allows us to assess whether our treatment is well-suited to your needs.
Step 2
Advanced Machine Testing (quantification)
Based on Step 1, we determine what tests are necessary to quantify the underlying cause of the symptoms. To do this, we use a range of computer-controlled equipment.
Step 3
Rehabilitation week (in 5 days)
We address the problems. Through an individual program specifically tailored to your problems, we bring back function during an intensive week of treatment.
Step 4
Aftercare
After the 5-day intensive treatment week, we will give you homework assignments. These are exercises that further promote your recovery. We are happy to keep an eye on these developments with you.
What do we expect from you during treatment for fatigue?
Within this intensive programme, we use assessments, training and targeted therapies to support the functions involved in your symptoms and help improve the way your nervous system processes information and regulates energy.
Because the structure and intensity of the programme are important parts of our approach, we do not offer this treatment in separate phases. If you want to work seriously and sustainably on your recovery, we ask you to reserve a full week for treatment.
We will explain beforehand what this involves, so you know what to expect.