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How long after brain surgery can you drive?

IntroductionIf you’ve been recovering from brain surgery, you might be eager to get back behind the wheel. Your doctor will probably let you know when it’s safe for you to do so. But how long does this take?The answer depends on what type of surgery was performed and whether other health problems are involved. In general, [...]

By |2023-11-28T15:52:54+10:00January 22nd, 2023|blog|Comments Off on How long after brain surgery can you drive?

How Handicap Driving Has Evolved With Time

Background In the past, people with significant physical conditions may not have been able to drive and were heavily reliant on others for transportation. With the great advancements in technology in recent decades, having a physical handicap often no longer prevents a person from driving or learning to drive. Let’s look at a brief [...]

By |2023-11-28T15:21:13+10:00January 2nd, 2023|blog|Comments Off on How Handicap Driving Has Evolved With Time

How To Prepare For An Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment

Introduction If you have been asked to participate in an occupational therapy driving assessment, there is no need to panic. These assessments are more common than you may think. It is a comprehensive and tailored evaluation that will tell you if you’re safe driving because of a medical condition or disability. In this article, we’ll [...]

By |2024-01-10T14:43:23+10:00November 16th, 2022|blog|Comments Off on How To Prepare For An Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment

How you might be affected driving after a stroke

How you might be affected driving after a stroke Stroke can affect the three areas required to operate a vehicle; it can affect your vision, your cognition (thinking) skills, and your physical abilities. Driving after a stroke is a delicate process that must be carefully planned and assessed. Operating a vehicle is a complex task requiring [...]

By |2023-11-28T13:03:48+10:00September 21st, 2022|blog|Comments Off on How you might be affected driving after a stroke

Brain injury and driving

Introduction It can be frightening to think about getting back on the road after a brain injury. For many people, driving is a way of life and a significant part of their identity.  However, it’s essential to understand that there are risks associated with driving after a traumatic brain injury (TBI), including the following: [...]

By |2023-11-28T15:59:39+10:00September 19th, 2022|blog|Comments Off on Brain injury and driving

The disability driving assessment

Do you need a driving assessment? Many people are not aware that in NSW, any disability, serious injury or medical condition that potentially reduces your driving capacity is meant to be declared to the RMS. This is because you may require medical tests or assessments to start, continue to, or return to driving. This [...]

By |2023-11-28T15:25:36+10:00July 16th, 2022|blog|Comments Off on The disability driving assessment

What to expect from driver medical exams

 What are driver medical exams? If you have a medical diagnosis that affects (or potentially affects) your ability to drive safely, the RMS must be notified. If you are unsure if your medical condition is impacting on your driving, you should talk to your doctor. This applies to current drivers as well as those [...]

By |2023-11-24T09:18:04+10:00December 9th, 2021|blog|Comments Off on What to expect from driver medical exams

A guide on the strict requirements on Driving with Dementia

Background on dementia Dementia is a term that is used to characterize a range of medical conditions (including Alzheimer’s disease) and symptoms causing abnormal changes in the brain. Dementia affects one’s cognitive abilities (thinking skills), often made obvious by problems with memory, organization, speech and language, or decision-making skills. Dementia can also often affect [...]

By |2024-01-10T12:43:57+10:00December 8th, 2021|blog|Comments Off on A guide on the strict requirements on Driving with Dementia

Your Doctor and the RMS NSW Fitness to Drive Medical Assessment Form

While driving is a vital and necessary skill for many people, the ability to drive may be affected by your medical condition (or potential medical condition). It is crucial that if you have a diagnosed medical condition, or have concerns regarding your general health, you see your doctor for a medical assessment to further examine your driving capacity. [...]

By |2024-01-29T16:26:12+10:00June 16th, 2021|blog|Comments Off on Your Doctor and the RMS NSW Fitness to Drive Medical Assessment Form

Driving with vehicle modifications

What is a vehicle modification? Vehicle modifications are any changes made to a vehicle that transforms it from its original (manufacturer’s) condition. This can range from modifications to amend the performance and/or physical attributes of the vehicle (e.g. changes to the engine or exhaust system, or changing the body kit of the car), to [...]

By |2023-11-28T15:33:33+10:00April 13th, 2021|blog|Comments Off on Driving with vehicle modifications
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