Driving after an Acquired Brain Injury

For many of our clients concerns about driving can play heavily on their minds. Some may have lost their licence as a result of injury or seizures at the time of an accident, for others their concern is being unsure as to whether they can/should apply for a provisional licence, having never driven before but being aware of the positive impact that driving could bring in terms of increasing independence and a feeling of self- identity.

At SP Therapy Services we are proud to offer assessments and advice to support our clients who are wishing to take their first tentative steps toward learning to drive or returning to driving.

Franki Collinson is experienced in carrying out the Rookwood Driving Battery (RDB) a screening tool which assesses the thinking skills required to drive safely. The tests have been chosen because they examine brain functions relevant to driving. These include the ability to look around the visual world and see what’s out there; including what shape things are and where things are and the ability to attend to both sides of space all the time-which we do without thinking.

In her role as Cognitive Champion, Franki may provide input in the following ways in order to guide her clients through a range of options which may include:

Administering and explaining the results of the RDB including completion of a useful report which can be shown to solicitors/driving assessment centres. The test can be administered in clinic or in client’s own home.
Arranging a visit to the driving simulator at Bolton Fire and Rescue Service for a basic assessment of driving skills in a safe and fun environment.

Reviews

Marie Oxtoby

I am the Chair/Co-ordinator of Bolton Neuro Voices, a small local charity. I first contacted SP Therapy Services in 2012 when I was looking for a neuro physiotherapist to help us pilot a new Hydrotheraoy Course for people with long-term neurological conditions. Since then Susan Pattison and her staff have helped us to deliver ten courses to a total of more than 200 people and to facilitate the progress of many on to ongoing Continuation Programmes. Her expertise and willingness to listen and respond to our needs and those of our very varied participants is hugely appreciated and our partnership has gone from strength to strength. I unreservedly recommend this practice.

Amanda Knight

Andy provided a very thorough and considered physiotherapy assessment of a client with complex needs. His report was to a very high standard and underpinned all immediate and long term therapy needs. Thank you!

Elaine O'Flaherty

Very professional service and high quality of reports and communication to ensure best practice and outcomes for my clients.

Suzanne

SP Therapy Services has supported Greater Manchester Spinal Injury Group for many years. Susan and Rebecca have demonstrated knowledge and skill and been adaptable to working in community settings. I would have no hesitation in recommending SP Therapy Services

Janet Penny

I am delighted to endorse the team at SP Therapy Services. They consistently provide exceptional therapy and support their practice with sound, detailed documentation, which always arrives in a timely manner. The friendly clinicians are a credit to this fabulous company and it is evident that they always keep their patients at the centre of everything they do.