A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is an in-depth, customised evaluation using the Matheson protocol. It combines objective measures and professional clinical judgment to determine an individual’s current functional capability, with the ultimate goal of them safely returning to or being retained at work.
We can undertake an FCE for individuals in or out of work with an injury, or for an employee who has physical restrictions (e.g. mobility, dexterity, strength, concentration, general fitness or manual handling etc.).
During the evaluation, consideration is given to the physical capacities that are required to carry out the tasks and demands of the job. The effort provided by the individual and the reliability of pain and disability reports are also determined
The individual is evaluated by our specialist Occupational Health Physiotherapist who is an accredited functional capacity evaluator. If the FCE is at the individual’s workplace it allows the evaluator to incorporate elements of their job with a brief analysis of the job demands (including alternative roles proposed by the employer) and identify any areas of ergonomic concern and remedial action.
The findings of the evaluation are analysed, and a concise report is generated, which:
As an expert clinician accredited in FCE evaluations, we can:
