Functional Abilities Evaluations
At TSR Clinics we offer various types of Functional
Abilities Evaluations (FAEs) to suit your unique needs.
1. General FAE
- This type of FAE is typically performed over two
days, 3-4 hours each day.
- Components of this test include measurement of
an individual’s tolerance to perform standard physical
tasks such as sitting, standing, lifting & carrying,
pushing & pulling, bending & stooping, squatting,
kneeling, reaching, and hand use.
- Working energy & endurance is also measured
over both days of the assessment
2. Functional Abilities with Comparison to
Required Physical Demands
- This type of FAE is typically performed over two
days, 4-5 hours each day.
- Components of this test include measurement of
an individual’s tolerance to perform physical tasks
specific to their jobs as well as any occupation.
- An individual’s physical abilities are matched
to a Physical Demands Analysis provided by the referral
source, or to a Work
Analysis generated by TSR Clinics ergonomic specialists.
- Working energy & endurance is also measured
over both days of the assessment
3. Cognitive & Physical Abilities Evaluation
- This type of FAE can be performed as a 2-5 day
FAE (depending on the client’s needs), 4-5 hours per
day.
- Along with the components of a General FAE, an
individual’s functional cognitive ability is also
functionally assessed. This type of FAE is typically
used for individuals who have cognitive issues as
well as physical impairments, as is the case with
certain individuals that have sustained a brain injury,
stroke or individuals with chronic pain disorders.
Memory, attention, concentration, problem solving
ability, communication, along with various other cognitive
faculties are tested to determine possible restrictions,
and modifications that may be required for an individual
in the workplace.
- Working energy & endurance is also assessed.
4. Multiple Day FAE
- Any of the above mentioned testing formats can
be applied to either 3, 4, or 5 days to testing (3
- 5 hours each day). This option is best when there
is question or concern over an individual’s ability
to work over multiple days in a week.
- Working energy & endurance is also measured
over all test days
5. One day FAE
- This type of FAE is performed over one day for
5-6 hours.
- Much like a General FAE, this format of testing
is used to screen an individual’s ability to perform
standard physical tasks. Testing is completed over
1 day; therefore comparison of results over two days
is not possible.
- Working energy & endurance is also assessed.
- This format of testing is ideal for establishing
base-line data for a client, or to verify if it is
safe for an individual to return to work.
Frequently asked questions about Functional
Abilities Evaluations ...
What’s included in the FAE’s?
At TSR we perform thorough assessments and furnish superior
reports that will be of value to you. Here is what you
can expect from us:
- Direct, straight forward (not convoluted) answers
to referral questions. We also avoid the use of jargon
- A summary page of results outlining physical abilities
and tolerances
- A detailed review of medical history summarized
in chronological order in the report
- Clinical assessments including measurements of
range of motion, physical strength, orthopedic testing,
and neuromuscular tests
- Results of clinical tests, work simulated tests,
and consistency tests incorporated into easy to read
tables in the reports
- Results from our ‘Working Energy and Endurance
Test’ that is far superior than standard aerobic capacity
tests, as it determines the level of work that the
individual is able to sustain
Who conducts an FAE?
A registered occupational therapist will conduct the
majority of the FAE. At most of the testing
sites, a registered chiropractor or physiotherapist
will perform the orthopedic and neurological tests.
When can I expect the report?
Reports are typically furnished within 7 business days.
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