Driving Skills/Ability

After you have a stroke, you may realize exactly how complex something like walking is. Moving your body can be harder than it was. But as you recover, there are lots of ways you can improve how well you get around. Learn ways to regain strength and balance and help your mind and body get back in sync.

Driving is often a major concern after a stroke. It’s not unusual for stroke survivors to want to drive. Getting around after a stroke is important — but safety is even more important.

Three themes emerged from the data: perspectives on falling, driving = independence and freedom, and utilization and knowledge of resources. The role OT practitioners can play in addressing these areas will be reviewed.

Community mobility is essential for people meet their daily needs such as going to the grocery store, the pharmacy, the bank and medical appointments. 

Traumatic brain injury (TBI) results from an impact to the head that disrupts normal brain function. TBI may affect a person's cognitive abilities, including learning and thinking skills.

An 81-year-old man came for a routine visit with his wife, who mentioned that her husband has become more forgetful and confused and requires more assistance with his activities of daily living.

The following are some warning signs that may indicate that an older driver can no longer operate an automobile safely.

Learn more about the different factors that can affect driving as you age and signs of when it may be time to stop driving.