This Traffic Tech Briefly summarizes two larger NHTSA reports about studies to explore the relationships between older adults' physical fitness, as measured by functional ability and activity levels, and their driving performance.
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Older Driver Physical Fitness [Traffic Tech] — National (05/01/2021)
Source: For Profit OrganizationTraffic Safety Facts Older Population — National (05/01/2021)
Source: US Department of TransportationDriving In Unpredictable Weather — National (04/13/2021)
Source: NewsApril Showers Bring May Flowers, but the change in season can also bring unpredictable weather and extra challenges when driving a car.
Tips to Avoid Distracted Driving — National (04/06/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationThere are aspects in everyday life that can cause distractions while driving. This blog goes over ways to avoid distractions while you are in your vehicle.
Driving and Community Mobility - Finding an Occupational Therapy Practitioner to Help with Driving Needs — National (04/02/2021)
Source: Professional Association1:06 Minute video about the process to locate an Occupational Therapist to address driving concerns following a medical event.
DCM: Listening & Addressing Driver Concerns — National (04/02/2021)
Source: Professional Association1:28 minute video an Occupational Therapist shares the impact addressing driving concerns with respect and gravity has on the clients they serve.
DCM: Stroke Recovery Includes Driving Through Occupational Therapy — National (04/02/2021)
Source: Nonprofit Organization2:16 Minute video sharing a case study about stroke recovery, that “mobility is everything” and the importance of including return to driving through Occupational Therapy.
What to Know About Frailty in Older Adults — National (03/17/2021)
Source: Nonprofit OrganizationSome older people can become very weak and everyday activities can become hard to do. This may be due to health conditions call fratily.
Keeping Seniors Driver Independent with Interprofessional Approach — National (03/04/2021)
Source: Nonprofit Organization2:43 minute awareness video that addresses driving and community mobility and how occupational therapy can help find solutions to keep seniors independent and safe on the road.
You and Your Heart: What You Control — National (02/12/2021)
Source: Professional AssociationA few key decisions can give your heart that extra attention and lower your odds of a heart attack or stroke.