An independent Chiropractic Assessment is an evaluation of conditions related to the spine and joints and the effect of any dysfunctions or disorders on the nervous system (i.e. low back, shoulder and knee pain). It involves a detailed review of documentation,...
An independent Orthopaedic Evaluation is a comprehensive medical assessment by an expert musculoskeletal evaluator culminating in a report that summarizes the claimant’s subjective complaints, and the orthopaedic surgeon’s objective findings in relation to any...
An independent Ergonomic Assessment includes an evaluation of the employee’s work station on site and provides recommendations for modifications or assistive devices/technology to ensure work safety, prevention of a new injury or re-injury, and accommodation of the...
A Functional Abilities Evaluation (FAE), also known as a Functional Capacity Assessment (FCA), is a method of assessing an individual’s work capacity or the level at which the individual is able to function. This evaluation matches the individual’s current performance...
An independent Physical Demands Analysis (aka Job Site/Demands Analysis) is an evaluation that typically takes place at the claimant’s place of employment. This analysis, conducted by a chiropractor, an occupational therapist, or another appropriately trained...
An independent Cognitive Demands Analysis (CDA) is a detailed evaluation of the cognitive requirements of a job and is completed in combination with a Physical Demands Analysis (PDA). Such an analysis captures the cognitive requirements of a position. Cognitive...