Multiple Sclerosis by T.Jock Murray

Author:T.Jock Murray
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Springer Publishing Company
Published: 2017-09-07T04:00:00+00:00

What About Driving?

Driving is only a problem when symptoms or limitations make it risky or unacceptably difficult. Vertigo, double vision, or a temporary loss of vision would not permit you to drive safely. Problems with leg weakness, spasticity, or incoordination limit rapid and accurate use of brake and accelerator pedals and make driving unsafe. It may be possible to return to driving when symptoms improve, but it is wise to depend on the assessment of your physician when there is any question about this. Most rehabilitation facilities can assess whether a person can drive safely.

When a problem is more long standing and renders driving unsafe, it may be possible to adapt the controls on the vehicle to allow a person to drive. The most common adaptation is to covert foot pedals to hand controls.

Although a person may be anxious to continue driving and willing to take some chances, feeling that they are “all right to drive,” greater consideration must be given to others who may be at risk, including passengers, pedestrians, and other drivers.

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