Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs)

A Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is a comprehensive, evidence-based assessment that measures an individual's physical capacity to safely perform work-related tasks. Using standardised testing, we evaluate the following to determine an individual's current work capability

• Muscle strength

• Lifting and carrying capacity

• Pushing and pulling

• Mobility and flexibility (range of motion)

• Endurance

• Functional movement patterns

FCEs are commonly used following workplace injuries to support injury management, return-to-work planning, rehabilitation, and work capacity assessments. Each evaluation is tailored to the physical demands of the individual's role, with objective findings compared against the inherent job requirements.

Following the assessment, we provide a detailed report outlining functional abilities, identified limitations, and practical recommendations to assist employers, insurers, rehabilitation providers, and treating practitioners in making informed return-to-work and rehabilitation decisions.