Functional Capacity Evaluation

Functional capacity evaluations offer a summative report of functional abilities or limitations based upon a patient’s performance in a three to four hour functional test. Tests include, but are not limited to lifting, balance, dexterity, reaching and stair climbing. The functional capacity evaluation assesses a patient’s ability to perform a specific task that he or she would do on the job. This test also addresses consistency and reliability of effort.

Program Focus

A functional capacity evaluation may be performed on any person with a disability in which case workers, physicians, or employers want to identify the patient's abilities or limitations post injury, or for worker's compensation cases. Insurance clearance is necessary prior to testing. The test is individualized to diagnosis; therefore any diagnosis can be tested.

Tests are scheduled on an as needed basis and are usually scheduled within one week of a request.

Special Program Features

VerNova, Inc. equipment is used in functional capacity evaluations. It is a software system that runs all variance coefficients, industrial standard percentages and averages necessary for the production of the report, as well as the graphs and tables within the report. Equipment includes electronic goniometers, pinch and hand dynamometers, force plates, etc.

For locations, hours and other information, please call 1-800-CALL MOSS (1-800-225-5667).