Dislocated hip - when can I drive?

[4wheel]

Do you mean 6 weeks after it was put back or 6 weeks after the two weeks in traction and discharge?

6 weeks after you were able to put weight on the joint - ie day of discharge.

 

[PCshedman]

Yes thats what I thought. Do you know if the auto 4wd vehicles are any good? Present vehicle 2.7 Maverick diesel manual. A friend recommended Pajero.

 

[Deleted account DD]

you shouldnt have to inform your insurance company ,

Sorry but that is completely incorrect. Any condition you develop which includes an injury such as this changes, the terms of, ie the contract you took out with , the insurance company IF it impedes your ability to drive or may do so. Where the differences between companies come in is some may require a medical opinion from a specialist, others may just say carry on just be careful thanks for letting us know.

Never mind hearsay, if you dont do it properly and have a bump then the issue of your condition is raised (and believe you me "witnesss" note all sorts of things ) you may well find yourself uninsured and gaining a handful of points on your licence for no insurance and driving otherwise than accordance with. It has happened to people.

As Briggie indicated DVLA are the definitive authority for allowing you to drive and will base any decision on firm medical advice, possibly gp's for minor conditions but more likely a specialist. Check with them . Insurance only give you the correct cover to drive and cover obligations once you have DVLAs permission :thumb2

Get well soon anyway and chill in the meantime

 

[PCshedman]

I have an appointment now with the consultant who did the relocation in 4 weeks time and will seek his opinion as advised. It is one week since I was
discharged.
Still feel uncertain about driving a manual so am considering an auto option eg Pajero (are they any good?)

 

[Deleted account DD]

Jeep Grand Cherokee auto are sublime :thumb2