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Is Driving Advisable After Suffering A Concussion?

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Posted on Wed, 3 Aug 2016
Question: I recently had a concussion and they are telling me that in the state of Mi there is a law that says I can't drive for 6 months . Is that true ??
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Answered by Dr. Dr. Erion Spaho (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
There are assessment charts about driving abilities after TBI.

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for using HCM.

I have read your question and understand your concerns.

There are specified rules (DVLA) about abilities to drive after brain injury and the decision depends on the tests results.

It is important for your safety and the safety of others that your readiness to go back to driving be assessed by health professionals, so, if their decision was to suspend you from driving for six months you should respect it because it is for your own safety.

Hope you found the answer helpful.

Let me know if I can assist you further.

Greetings.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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Is Driving Advisable After Suffering A Concussion?

Brief Answer: There are assessment charts about driving abilities after TBI. Detailed Answer: Hello and thanks for using HCM. I have read your question and understand your concerns. There are specified rules (DVLA) about abilities to drive after brain injury and the decision depends on the tests results. It is important for your safety and the safety of others that your readiness to go back to driving be assessed by health professionals, so, if their decision was to suspend you from driving for six months you should respect it because it is for your own safety. Hope you found the answer helpful. Let me know if I can assist you further. Greetings.