A study recently published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery found that it takes much longer to brake when the driver is wearing an immobilization device such as a splint or brace. Orthopedic surgeons should educate their patients about these safety concerns.
Read the AAOS release on driving after foot or ankle injuries.
Read other coverage on AAOS:
– AAOS: Statistics on Holiday Decorating-Related Orthopedic and spine Injuries
