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Driving after stroke: driving exposure, advice, and evaluations
G D Fisk1, C Owsley, L V Pulley
1Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, School of Medicine, University of Alabama at Birmingham 35294-0009, USA.
Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
|January 9, 1998
Summary
Many stroke survivors resume driving without professional guidance. A study found 30% returned to driving, but most lacked advice or evaluations, highlighting a gap in post-stroke care.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Transportation Safety
Background:
- Driving cessation is a significant concern for stroke survivors.
- Limited data exists on post-stroke driving prevalence and professional guidance received.
Purpose of the Study:
- To determine the prevalence of driving after stroke.
- To assess the extent of driving advice and evaluation provided to stroke survivors by healthcare professionals.
Main Methods:
- Survey of 290 stroke survivors (3 months to 6 years post-stroke).
- Data collected on driving status, exposure, and received advice/evaluations.
Main Results:
- 30% of pre-stroke drivers resumed driving.
- 48% received no driving advice; 87% received no driving evaluation.
- Nearly one-third of post-stroke drivers had high weekly mileage or frequency.
Conclusions:
- Many stroke survivors make driving decisions without professional input.
- Rehabilitation professionals should increase focus on driving safety and support for survivors and families.