![]() You should have an active legal driving permit to proceed. We almost always suggest that the patient hire a private driving instructor to practice on-road driving prior to returning to driving independently or to the DMV for the driving test. We discuss the process on how you can initiate contact with the DMV. Individuals receive handouts from the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and American Medical Association for driving, and local resources for community access. Assessment tools may include the Armeo Spring Exoskeletal Functional Arm Device.įollow-up visits may also be scheduled after the initial evaluation. If you no longer have use of your legs, we have the ability to use hand controls only to assess you. Motor control: Assessments to determine your ability to use your legs and hands to manage the driving functions of the vehicle. ![]() Strength: Manual muscle testing, range of motion or neck and body, and grip strength.Please bring your glasses to the driving evaluation. Vision: Tests may include the Useful Field of View, Bioness Integrated Therapy System, Motor-free Visual Perceptual Test-Version 3, and visual acuity.Cognition: Tests may include the Montreal Cognitive Assessment (MoCA), Roadwise Review by AAA, and assessments of cognitive conditions, such as decision making, attention, and impulsivity.The evaluation includes meeting with an occupational therapist who will assess: ![]() We use a driving simulator to determine your ability to manage driving in a range of driving conditions, such as clear conditions, night, and fog, and a variety of terrains like country, city, and mountainous roads, while following the rules of the road. Your initial evaluation will take one hour. Please write the referral as follows: referral to OT for community mobility and driving evaluation. ![]() We require a referral from a doctor to the occupational therapist in the Outpatient Neurologic Rehabilitation Program. ![]()
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