Driving after stroke
Just over 4 years ago I had a right side stroke that paralyzed my left side. After months of therapy my physical therapist and my doctor said I could try to drive again. I filed the necessary paper work with the DMV, had a right side turn signal lever installed, and a spinner knob installed on the steering wheel. At first I was a bundle of nerves and concentrated very hard on my driving. It took some time to get comfortable driving again. That was when I realized that I was spending all my time concentrating on what was ahead of me that I was ignoring what was beside or behind me. As I got more comfortable I was able to check in all directions. I am very happy to say I have been driving now for more than 3 years without an accident, or even a close call. Not even a traffic ticket. So I say to all who want to try to drive after a stroke if I can do it so can you.
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