What is a Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) and what should I expect?

An accurate and thorough FCE/ FCA or functional capacity evaluation or assessment will typically take from 4 to 5 hours to perform and should include:

ROM testing
Strength testing
Grip and pinch gauge testing
Sensation testing
Dexterity Testing
Non-material handling activities
Functional lifting, carrying, pushing and pulling tasks
Heart rate monitoring
Waddell’s testing
Psychometric testing
A detailed medical history and condition history

For more information contact our Lakeland or Brandon, Florida clinics at 813-876-8771. Find us on the web at: https://www.therapeuticrehabspecialists.com/

Dr. Anthony Pribila

Dr. Pribila received his Doctorate of Science (DSc) degree in physical therapy from Andrews University in Berrien Springs, Michigan. Dr. Pribila went on to earn his first manual therapy certification (CMP) from internationally esteemed physical therapist Brian Mulligan of New Zealand. He added a second manual therapy certification (CMPT) through the North American Institute of Manual Therapy. Among further professional training and accomplishments, Dr. Pribila is a certified ergonomic assessment specialist (CEAS); earned a Level 2 certification in Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) through Functional Movement Systems; and a certification in instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). Dr. Pribila is certified through the American Institute of Balance in post-concussion management treatment. He has been certified in intramuscular dry needling since 2013 and possesses two dry needling certifications. Dr. Pribila has also completed substantial research on cervicogenic headaches.

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