Services

Comprehensive Services

In Depth Clinical Assessment
Driver Evaluation & Training
Specializing in "High-Tech" Driving Systems
Hand Controls, Cars & Trucks
Assessment of Transfers, Loading, unloading of wheelchair/scooter or other Adaptive Equipment
On-The-Road Assessment of Skills
Detailed Driver-Vehicle Fit Assessment
Vehicle Modification Evaluation/Prescription
Direct Communication with Equipment Dealer/Installer
Vehicle/Equipment Fitting & Functional Inspection
Client Training in Personal Vehicle
Family/Caregiver Education

Driving Components

Each is necessary, with a varying degree in the performance of the driving task.

Physical Function - range of motion, strength, coordination, endurance, and sensation.
Vision - visual acuity, depth perception, contrast sensitivity, peripheral, color recognition.
Cognition - attention, judgment, memory, spatial, perception, problem solving
Reaction Time - the ability to respond timely and accurately with regard to the driving task.
Self Control - ability to modulate oneself in response to demands in a driving environment.
(A physician order/plan may be required)

Our Staff

Board Certified, Licensed Occupational Therapists, with the extensive training and knowledge needed to recognize the impact of medical conditions and/or the aging process on driving performance.
Driver Education Endorsements.
Specialized training in Driver Assessment and Rehabilitation.
Member of (ADED) the Association for Driver Rehabilitation Specialists.
Member of (AOTA) The American Occupational Therapy Association Inc.
Associate Member of (NMEDA) National Mobility Equipment Dealers Association.

Brian A. Iadarola, OTR/L, CDRS

Mr. Iadarola has been practicing as an Occupational Therapist since 1997 and has been providing Driver Rehabilitation Services since 2004.

He is the President of Drivabilities, a private practice located in Louisville, Kentucky, specializing in Evaluation and Training with Cars, Trucks, Vans, and High-Tech Driving Systems.