What are the finger requirements for a C1 medical examination?
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The finger requirements for a C1 medical examination are that both thumbs must be intact, and each hand must have at least three other fingers intact with normal finger movement function. The requirements for a driver's license medical examination are as follows: Motor vehicle drivers aged 70 and above (including 70 years old) should undergo an annual physical examination, while those under 70 years old are not required to do so. What is a C1 driver's license: A C1 driver's license is one of the codes for motor vehicle driver's licenses. The permitted driving scope of a C1 driver's license includes small and mini passenger vehicles, as well as light and mini cargo vehicles; light, small, and mini special-purpose vehicles; and small passenger vehicles with a seating capacity of 9 or fewer people. Application age: The minimum age requirement for a C1 driver's license is 18 years old, with no upper age limit. However, applicants aged 70 and above must pass tests on memory, judgment, reaction ability, etc.
The physical examination requirements for a C1 driver's license regarding fingers are quite clear, mainly ensuring your hands can drive safely. According to regulations, both palms must be intact, with at least three sound fingers on the left hand. Minor defects in the distal segments of other fingers are acceptable. For example, if you're missing a small part of your index finger, as long as the palm is fine and three fingers on the left hand are intact, you'll pass. During the exam, doctors will ask you to make a fist and move your finger joints to test flexibility and grip strength, checking if it affects steering wheel control. A friend of mine was born without a left pinky, but his other fingers are very flexible, and he passed the exam on his first try. I recommend friends preparing for the driver's license test to practice finger movements in front of a mirror beforehand to avoid being held up due to stiff hands.
The physical examination has two core requirements for fingers: complete palms on both hands and at least three functional fingers on the left hand. This regulation is based on driving safety considerations—steering requires coordination of both hands, while gear shifting and signaling rely on finger movements. If the left hand lacks even three fingers, it becomes difficult to grip the steering wheel securely during turns, posing significant risks. Minor defects like a missing fingertip (e.g., the nail section) don’t affect strength, but the absence of an entire finger is problematic. During my own exam, the doctor was meticulous, having me repeatedly simulate gear-shifting motions and emergency braking finger actions. I recommend self-checking in advance; if you have finger injuries, let them heal before scheduling the exam.
