August 3, 2020
For practitioners looking to start providing Functional Capability Evaluations (FCEs), the first question usually has to do with procuring FCE equipment. It’s almost always the same:
“How much will this set me back?”
The answer, surprisingly, could be, “Not much.”
You may already have access to physical or occupational therapy equipment. Or perhaps you’re looking to simply conduct evaluations at work sites. In either scenario, WebFCE will likely cost you a fraction of what other FCE vendors would. It’s all thanks to our cost-effective equipment requirements, which utilize simple tools you likely already have in your clinic.
The Typical FCE
Most typical FCEs must be performed in a static location – such as a physical therapy clinic – where examiners can access heavy equipment. Treadmills, weight machines, are expensive as they are prohibitive. Moreover, specialized equipment doesn’t always mean better results. In fact, they’re often incapable of capturing the nuanced movements particular to certain occupational specialties.
On the other hand, there’s WebFCE.
Cutting Equipment Costs with WebFCE
WebFCE provides clinicians a fast, comprehensive and easy way to perform FCEs. Our equipment requirements are simple, using basic items to perform a variety of functions. This allows for a wide amount of flexibility and creativity, while still keeping equipment costs down.
WebFCE does not require specific or specialized measuring tools. You are free to use industrial crates, carts, stairs, a treadmill or free weights to conduct a variety of tests – from range of motion to dexterity to lifting. As long as the equipment supports the standard and objective criteria required for the evaluation, you can use it as part of your FCE.
Best of all, because the software travels where you do, you can perform an FCE at a gym, physical therapy office, or in an empty office space or area. No need to invest large sums of money into specialized equipment. You can quickly learn and easily perform FCEs – anywhere!
Scientifically Rigorous and Comprehensive
Even as WebFCE has cut the fat out of the FCE process, we’ve never sacrificed scientific rigor or comprehensive results. Our peer-reviewed, HIPAA-compliant, web-based software demonstrates proven face and content validity as well as construct validity and reliability.
We designed WebFCE both for healthcare professionals considering implementing FCEs in their practice and those who are already performing FCEs. Take a look at our Frequently Asked Questions to learn more about the details of our innovative FCE solutions.