After a work injury, you may be asked to take an evaluation during your recovery. Clearway offers professionally-administered and accurate Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs). An FCE is an objective test of a patient’s function and ability to perform work-related activity. Most people are asked to have an FCE completed so that there is medical documentation objectively stating what aspects of the job an injured worker can and cannot do.
This evaluation was scientifically developed to measure and evaluate work-related physical abilities. It involves a series of tests that can take about 4-6 hours to complete but will ultimately be determined by what is being tested. It can sometimes be carried out over a two day time period. Patients will be referred for an FCE to assess their current level of physical capabilities to:
An FCE involves a few steps beginning with a conversation about your job and what the physical requirements are. A formal job description from your employer will be helpful. The therapist will thoroughly review all your medical records to understand the extent of your injury and will perform a musculoskeletal screening. You will then undergo a series of physical tests that will gauge your ability to perform certain activities. These include:
Depending on your profession, other job-specific physical tests may be conducted. Your therapist may also take note of your pain level while doing certain tasks.
Many people are worried when they are asked to undergo an FCE. It is important to remember that the goal is to ultimately keep you safe. Returning to work before you are ready or performing tasks that you are not physically capable of puts you at risk and you become a liability to your company. There are many benefits to have an FCE completed including:
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