Traumatic Brain Injury Centers

Injury Consequences Can't Wait, Drive Safe Now!

By Amy Price PhD

MTBI survivors and families want to know if and when it is safe to drive again. There is computer software and professional treatment that can help many with driving, processing and memory skills. It is important to know if the treatment is effective before going back on the road. Email for more information on what is available. The AMA has released guidelines for physicians on how to test for safe driving and in addition many universities with memory clinics have road testing clinics where driving skills can be practised and tested before heading back on the road.

Abilities like picking out an object against a contrasting background can diminish in TBI in addition to visual processing speed and acuity as well as balance. Attention is important as many accident are caused by Brain fog and this can often be rehabililitated.  The ability to find your way around or handle the stress of adverse driving conditions such as weather, traffic, headaches or bad drivers is critical for safe driving. Often fear can influence driving skills and it is common for those who have sustained a TBI as a driver or a passenger are justifiably concerned. The AMA and Highway Safety comission have partnered to creat a great guide for physicians to test driving ability. You may want to take this to your doctor. It is also a good barometer for you and your loved ones to assess when you are safe for the road!

Save Your neck and the Necks of others rehabilitate driving skills…see you at the Dashboard!