Name: Physio Inq
Address: 5/20 Cliff St, Milsons Point, NSW, 2061, Australia
Telephone: 1300 731 733

Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment

Do You Need A Driving Assessment From A Qualified Occupational Therapist? Let Us Get You On The Road To Safe Active & Independent Living. Call Now

Book an appointment or make a referral

The referral and booking process takes less than 5 minutes. We endeavour to respond to all enquiries and referrals the same day they are received and in most cases, we are able to confirm an appointment time with you within 48hrs.

Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment

Are you after an Occupational Therapist (OT) driving assessment?

For many of us, driving is an essential part of our daily lives. It allows us to get to work, go to the store, and visit family and friends. However, as we change, our driving skills may decline. This can be due to problems with vision, hearing, or other health conditions. An Occupational Therapist can help to assess whether an older driver is still safe behind the wheel.

Do I need a driving assessment?

A driving assessment may help to ensure you are safe on the road or indeed may be a requirement for you to get, or retain your licence. You may have been referred for an assessment by a health professional, or your local transport authority. If so, Physio Inq can help.

What happens in a driving assessment?

During a driving assessment, the therapist will observe your driving skills and abilities and make recommendations about whether you are safe to drive. The assessment may also include:

A review of the driver's medical history
A cognitive test.
In some cases, the therapist may also recommend adaptive equipment or changes to the vehicle to improve safety

How can an Occupational Therapist (OT) help?

Through a driving assessment or rehabilitation program, and OT can provide:

Graded rehabilitation programs tailored to suit all ages
Defensive driving techniques and driver education
Advice on vehicle modification and equipment installation
Access to a modified vehicle and direct support to attend a Roads and Maritime Service Disability Test
Access to trial a range of vehicle modifications such as left foot accelerator, hand controls, electronic brakes and accelerators, spinner knobs, and satellite accelerators
Licensing support
Advocacy and support with insurance schemes or compensable third-party payers

Occupational Therapy Driver Assessors assist in identifying when your abilities required to drive are impaired.

Research has shown that performing an Occupational Driver Assessment (OTDA) is the Gold Standard in assessing a person’s ability to drive.

An OTDAs has not only completed a degree in Occupational Therapy but also postgraduate studies in Driver Assessment.

If you would benefit from an Occupational Therapy Driving Assessment or have been informed you require one, Physio Inq can assist. Contact our Client Services Representatives today to discuss about booking an appointment.

Other Occupational Therapy services that Physio Inq is able to offer

Book an appointment or make a referral

The referral and booking process takes less than 5 minutes. We endeavour to respond to all enquiries and referrals the same day they are received and in most cases, we are able to confirm an appointment time with you within 48hrs.

Why worry about the stresses of parking and traffic when you simply don't have to anymore. Our Allied Health Team is currently serving the following states in Australia: