At Oxford Rehabilitation Center, we don’t just perform exams; we provide a high-level, data-driven analysis of your physical and cognitive capabilities. Our FCE is the “gold standard” for patients, attorneys, and case managers who need a legally defensible and scientifically accurate assessment of an individual’s ability to return to work.

Watch Our FCE Process in Action

See how our multidisciplinary team ensures accuracy through real-world work simulation and advanced medical monitoring.

In this video, our lead specialists demonstrate the rigor of our testing, from cardiovascular monitoring to specialized work simulations.

What Makes the Oxford FCE Different?

Unlike standard facilities, our evaluations are conducted by a multidisciplinary team—typically a Chiropractor and a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)—providing two unique medical perspectives on every case. We go beyond basic physicals to include a full medical examination and a comprehensive review of your prior medical records before testing even begins.

1. Real-World Work Simulation

We go to great lengths to reproduce your actual job duties. Whether it’s setting up scaffolding or lifting specialized equipment, we simulate your specific work environment to get an accurate picture of your pre-injury versus post-injury capabilities.

2. Advanced Cardiovascular & Vital Monitoring

Accuracy is our priority. We monitor resting, during-exercise, and post-exercise vital signs—including heart rate, blood pressure, and oxygen levels—throughout the entire evaluation. This ensures that the effort being recorded is both safe and scientifically valid.

3. Cognitive & Sensory Testing

Many injuries involve more than just physical limitations. We pick up significant pathologies that standard tests miss by including:

  • Minnesota Dexterity Test: Measuring eye-hand coordination, agility, and speed through timed, repetitive tasks.
  • Cognitive Function Tests: Assessing the mental and sensory requirements needed for a safe return to work.
  • Sensory & Balance Evaluations: Including tandem walk tests to ensure safety in high-stakes job environments.

4. Full Videotaped Documentation

All of our FCE studies are videotaped. This allows our team to review biomechanical patterns, postures, and even facial expressions that indicate when a patient is reaching their true physical limit or when pain begins to present.

For Legal & Professional Referral Sources

Our facility has performed over 300 FCEs, earning an overwhelming response from plaintiff and defense attorneys, judges, and case managers. They choose Oxford Rehab because our data is significantly more extensive than the average evaluation.

  • Legally Defensible: Our reports are quantitative, rooted in peer-reviewed research, and include exhaustive data points.
  • Courtroom Prepared: Our doctors are always prepared to testify in court to support the findings of our evaluations.
  • Malingering Detection: Through repeated timed sessions and heart rate monitoring, we can objectively identify inconsistencies that may indicate fabricated or exaggerated involvement.

Contact Us for a Thorough Evaluation

Cury or brief FCE reports can undermine an entire workers’ compensation case. Trust the specialists at Oxford Rehabilitation Center to provide the thorough, honest verdict your case deserves.

Location: 6735 Harbison Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19149

Phone: (215) 725-2000

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