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When Is It Safe to Drive After Breaking a Bone?

Hands on the steering wheel, one foot toggling between brake and pedal, head twisting to check mirrors. Consider the many bones and joints you must engage before you even turn on a car’s ignition, among them the fingers, wrist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, neck, heel, ankle and leg.

If you’ve recently had an injury to any of them, when is it safe to resume driving?

It turns out there are no widely accepted return-to-driving timelines for patients who must wear casts, slings, neck collars or controlled ankle-motion boots. Whether someone is recovering from a sprain, fracture, bunion surgery, knee or hip replacement or neck fusion, the ability to steer, glance at mirrors and…

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 When Is It Safe to Drive After Breaking a Bone?

Hands on the steering wheel, one foot toggling between brake and pedal, head twisting to check mirrors. Consider the many bones and joints you must engage before you even turn on a car’s ignition, among them the fingers, wrist, forearm, elbow, shoulder, neck, heel, ankle and leg. If you’ve recently had an injury to any of them, when is it safe to resume driving?

PTinMotion

From the American Physical Therapy Association, PTinMotion helps you stay on top of the latest in the field.

Physical Therapy

Physical Therapy (PTJ) engages and inspires an international readership on topics related to physical therapy. As the leading international journal for research in physical therapy and related fields, PTJ publishes innovative and highly relevant content for both clinicians and scientists and uses a variety of interactive approaches to communicate that content, with the expressed purpose of improving patient care.

Physical Therapy in Sport

Physical Therapy in Sport is an international peer-reviewed journal that provides a forum for the publication of research and clinical practice material relevant to the healthcare professions involved in sports medicine. The journal publishes material that is indispensable for day-to-day practice and continuing professional development.

Physical Therapy Reviews

Physical Therapy Reviews is an international journal which aims to publish contemporary reviews, discussion papers and editorials within physical therapy, and in those basic and clinical sciences which are the basis of physical therapy. The journal is aimed at all those involved in research, teaching and practice within the area of physical therapy.

PM&R

PM&R is the official scientific journal of the American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (AAPM&R). It is a monthly, peer reviewed, scholarly publication. It aims to be an internationally leading journal that advances education and impacts the specialty of physical medicine and rehabilitation through the timely delivery of clinically relevant and evidence-based research and review information.

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

American Journal of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation focuses on the practice, research and educational aspects of physical medicine and rehabilitation. Monthly issues keep physiatrists up-to-date on the optimal functional restoration of patients with disabilities, physical treatment of neuromuscular impairments, the development of new rehabilitative technologies, and the use of electrodiagnostic studies.

American Journal of Sports Medicine

An invaluable resource for the orthopaedic sports medicine community, The American Journal of Sports Medicine is a peer-reviewed scientific journal, first published in 1972. It is the official publication of the American Orthopaedic Society for Sports Medicine (AOSSM)! The journal acts as an important forum for independent orthopaedic sports medicine research and education, allowing clinical practitioners the ability to make decisions based on sound scientific information.

Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

Formely known as Annales de Réadaptation et de Médecine Physique, Annals of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicineis the Official Journal of the French Society oh rehabilitation (Société Française de Médecine Physique et de Rédaptation -SOFMER), published in english and french. The Journal publishes original peer-reviewed clinical and research articles, epidemiological studies, new methodological clinical approaches, review articles, editorials and the guidelines edited by the French Society of rehabilitation.

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

The Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation publishes original, peer-reviewed research and clinical reports on important trends and developments in medical rehabilitation and related fields. This international journal brings researchers and clinicians authoritative information on the therapeutic utilization of physical, behavioral, and pharmaceutical agents in providing comprehensive care for individuals with chronic illness and disabilities.

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders is an open access, peer-reviewed journal that considers articles on all aspects of the prevention, diagnosis and management of musculoskeletal and associated disorders, as well as related molecular genetics, pathophysiology, and epidemiology.

BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation

BMC Sports Science, Medicine and Rehabilitation is an open access, peer reviewed journal that considers articles on all aspects of sports medicine and the exercise sciences, including rehabilitation, traumatology, cardiology, physiology, and nutrition.

Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy Journal

CPTJ is the official journal of the Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. Manuscripts and other works submitted for review and publication should contribute to the science and practice of physical therapy as they relate to cardiovascular and pulmonary practice or medicine.

Clinical Rehabilitation

Clinical Rehabilitation covering the whole field of disability and rehabilitation, this peer-reviewed journal publishes research and discussion articles and acts as a forum for the international dissemination and exchange of information amongst the large number of professionals involved in rehabilitation.

Critical Reviews in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine encompasses multiple healing technologies. The focus of the journal is directed at making available the current knowledge to health care professionals to improve the quality of life and function in patients. Papers on a wide range of diagnostic, evaluation, therapeutic and rehabilitation methods will be published.

Disability and Rehabilitation

Disability and Rehabilitation along with Disability and Rehabilitation: Assistive Technology are international multidisciplinary journals which seek to encourage a better understanding of all aspects of disability and to promote rehabilitation science, practice and policy aspects of the rehabilitation process.

European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine

The European Journal of Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine publishes scientific papers on physical medicine and rehabilitation after pathological events.

European Journal of Physiotherapy

The journal covers clinical research, development of methods, debate, case-reports, and systematic literature reviews. The journal also aims at maintaining a broad and interdisciplinary approach in order to reflect collaboration with practitioners and scholars from other disciplines.

International Journal of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation

IJPTR is an international, peer reviewed, open access journal dedicated to publishing latest research from physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech and language therapy, nursing and other allied health and rehabilitation professions.

International Journal of Rehabilitation Research

International Journal of Rehabilitation Research is a quarterly, peer-reviewed, interdisciplinary forum for the publication of research into functioning, disability and contextual factors experienced by persons of all ages in both developed and developing societies.

International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy

The International Journal of Sports Physical Therapy is published by the Sports Physical Therapy Section of the American Physical Therapy Association to address current physical therapy trends and practices to improve the care of the student, professional and recreationally active individual.

Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation

The Journal of Back and Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation is a journal whose main focus is to present relevant information about the interdisciplinary approach to musculoskeletal rehabilitation for clinicians who treat patients with back and musculoskeletal pain complaints.

Journal of Chiropractic & Sports Physical Therapy

The Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy® (JOSPT®) publishes scientifically rigorous, clinically relevant content for physical therapists and others in the health care community to advance musculoskeletal and sports-related practice globally. To this end, JOSPT features the latest evidence-based research and clinical cases in musculoskeletal health, injury, and rehabilitation, including physical therapy, orthopaedics, sports medicine, and biomechanics.

Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy

Journal of Geriatric Physical Therapy is the leading source of clinically applicable evidence for achieving optimal health, wellness, mobility, and physical function across the continuum of health status for the aging adult. The mission of the Section on Geriatrics is to further our members ability to provide best practice physical therapy and to advocate for optimal aging.

Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy

The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy is an international peer-reviewed journal dedicated to the publication of original research, case reports, and reviews of the literature that contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field of manual therapy, clinical research, therapeutic practice, and academic training

Journal of Neurologic Physical Therapy

JNPT is an indexed resource for dissemination of research-based evidence related to neurologic physical therapy intervention. High standards of quality are maintained through a rigorous, double-blinded, peer-review process and adherence to standards recommended by the International Committee of Medical Journal Editors.

Journal of Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy

JOSPT publishes scientifically rigorous, clinically relevant content for physical therapists and others in the health care community to advance musculoskeletal and sports-related practice.

Journal of Rehabilitation Medicine

JRM is the international peer-review journal published in English, with at least 10 issues published per year. Original articles, reviews, case reports, short communications, special reports and letters to the editor are published, as also are editorials and book reviews. The journal strives to provide its readers with a variety of topics, including: functional assessment and intervention studies, clinical studies in various patient groups, methodology in physical and rehabilitation medicine, epidemiological studies on disabling conditions and reports on vocational and sociomedical aspects of rehabilitation.

Journal of Rehabilitation Research and Development

We publish cutting-edge research and disseminate biomedical and engineering advances that enhance the quality and relevance of Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) rehabilitation research. Priority areas are prosthetics; orthotics; spinal cord injury; traumatic brain injury; multiple sclerosis; communication, sensory, and cognitive aids; geriatric rehabilitation; and functional outcomes research. JRRD accepts national and international submissions.

Journal of Sport Rehabilitation

The Journal of Sport Rehabilitation (JSR) is your source for the latest research in the field of sport rehabilitation. All members of the sports-medicine team will benefit from the wealth of important information in each issue. JSR is completely devoted to the rehabilitation of sport and exercise injuries, regardless of the age, gender, sport ability, level of fitness, or health status of the participant.

Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy

Journal of Yoga & Physical Therapy is an Open Access and peer reviewed medical journal aims to publish most complete and reliable source of information on the discoveries and current developments in the mode of original articles, review articles, case reports, short communications, etc. in all areas of the anesthesiology and perioperative medicine and making them freely available worldwide through scholarly publishing.

Manual Therapy

Manual Therapy is a peer-reviewed international and multidisciplinary journal, publishing high quality original research, review and debate articles that contribute to improving the clinical understanding of appropriate care processes for musculoskeletal conditions.

Orthopedics

For over 35 years, Orthopedics has been the preferred choice of orthopedic surgeons for clinically relevant information. A monthly, peer-reviewed journal, Orthopedics offers clinically valuable, original articles covering all aspects of adult and pediatric orthopedic surgery and treatment

Pediatric Physical Therapy

PED-PT is the first and only peer-reviewed journal devoted to the pediatric physical therapist. Pediatric Physical Therapy presents articles that address developmental, orthopedic and respiratory concerns; thoughtful discussions of professional issues; and reports on promising research.

Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics

The highly acclaimed Physical & Occupational Therapy in Pediatrics (POTP) delivers vital information to all therapists involved in developmental and physical rehabilitation of infants, children and youth. Designed for PT and OT pediatric professionals in hospitals, rehabilitation centers, schools, and health and human services agencies, the journal provides the latest clinical research and practical applications that no professional will want to miss.

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics updates you on the latest trends in patient management; keeps you up to date on the newest advances; and provides a sound basis for choosing treatment options. Each issue focuses on a single topic in physical and rehabilitation medicine and is presented under the direction of an experienced guest editor.

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy aims to publish original research and facilitate continuing professional development for physiotherapists and other health professions worldwide. Dedicated to the advancement of physiotherapy through publication of research and scholarly work concerned with, but not limited to, its scientific basis and clinical application, education of practitioners, management of services and policy.

PTinMotion

From the American Physical Therapy Association, PTinMotion helps you stay on top of the latest in the field.

Spine

Recognized internationally as the leading journal in its field, Spine is an international, peer-reviewed, bi-weekly periodical that considers for publication original articles in the field of Spine. It is the leading subspecialty journal for the treatment of spinal disorders.

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