Occupational Therapy Practitioners
Decipher Driving Rehab Credentials
Let’s decipher the driving rehab credentials! The world of driving rehab is riddled with credentials – SCDCM, CDRS, DRS, and more. Does any of it make a difference? Let us help decipher these driving rehab credentials. Driver Rehabilitation Specialist (DRS) Driver rehabilitation specialist (DRS) is a general term that may be used by anyone with…
Read MoreOccupational therapy in nursing homes
I love being an occupational therapist. Before I founded Adaptive Mobility Services in 2018, I spent several years working in a skilled nursing facility setting as an occupational therapist. In general, the goal of occupational therapy is to help nursing home residents become more independent through meaningful activities and exercises. By improving life skills, substantial…
Read MoreIs Driving Still an Option if I have Parkinson’s Disease?
Absolutely! Driving with Parkinson’s may still be an option! While Parkinson’s disease can impact how we move or how quickly we respond, many clients continue driving after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease. However, it is important to partner with your doctor and driver rehabilitation specialist (DRS) to make sure you still have the skills needed…
Read MoreAs the referring OT, what should I know about my local driver specialist?
What questions should I be asking my local driver specialist? An occupational therapist just reached out to me with the following question, “How do I find a good driver specialist?” This OT works in an outpatient clinic. She sees a wide range of diagnoses and has recently started completing pre-driving screens, or clinical assessments. She…
Read MoreWhat does falling have to do with driving?
Is there a connection between falling & driving? Yes, there is! Did you ever consider the connection between falling and driving? The AAA Foundation is reporting that drivers with a history of falling are 40% more likely to be involved in a car crash. Falling is something we all want to avoid. And driving is…
Read MoreAdaptive Mobility Invited to Speak to Physicians
Adaptive Mobility Invited to Speak to Physicians Friday, January 17, 2020 Adaptive Mobility Services is invited to present to the physician group of UPMC! The presentation will be held on Friday, January 17, 2020. The presentation, titled, Driver Assessment, will explore occupational therapy’s specialty role with driver rehabilitation. We are excited to partner with Genesis…
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