Evidence-based perspective on the effect of automobile-related modifications on the driving ability, performance, and safety of older adults

American Journal of Occupational Therapy

Volumn 62, Issue 2, 2008, Pages 173-186

  Arbesman, Marian ^a,b,c   Pellerito Jr , Joseph M ^d  

^a Arbesldeas Inc

^b AOTA Evidence Based Literature Review Project

^c STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK   (United States)

^d WAYNE STATE UNIVERSITY   (United States)

Author keywords

Automobile; Driving; Modifications; Older adults

Indexed keywords

EID: 42549131068     PISSN: 02729490     EISSN: None     Source Type: Journal    
DOI: 10.5014/ajot.62.2.173     Document Type: Article

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