Browsing University of Waterloo by Subject "Driving"
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Examination of Factors Related to Driving, Travel Patterns and Falls in Retirement Living Seniors
(University of Waterloo, 2014-05-21)Introduction: To date, there has been little research on driving or transportation use in retirement living seniors or the associations with quality of life, including staying active, socially engaged and connected with ... -
I Went for a Drive
(University of Waterloo, 2018-08-03)The place is a Tower much like the ones in Cambridge I’ve been so fascinated by, the ones I’m drawn to when I need a break. What makes this Tower of interest is that it just so happens to be the tallest thing in the western ... -
The influence of body mass on posture, pressure distribution and discomfort during prolonged driving.
(University of Waterloo, 2007-09-27)Background: Currently, if traveling the posted speed limit, the typical commuter driver in the Toronto Metropolitan area will travel round trip upwards of 60 minutes a day to work (Heisz and LaRochelle-Cote, 2005). As ... -
TIME VARYING GENDER AND PASSIVE TISSUE RESPONSES TO PROLONGED DRIVING
(University of Waterloo, 2008-08-15)Background: Prolonged sitting in an automobile seat may alter the passive tissue stiffness of the lumbar spine differentially in males and females. Gender specific ergonomic interventions may be indicated for the ...