Our services include:
Functional Capacity Evaluations
A Functional Capacity Evaluation is a physical test used to measure the abilities of an injured worker and then use that information to match those abilities to the specific job demands of that worker. It is an objective measure of the worker' level of function and can be used to decide return to work/activity status, disability determinations, or to generate a rehabilitation program.
Work Conditioning
This is an intensive, work related, goal oriented conditioning program designed to restore joint mobility and integrity, muscle strength and endurance, range of motion, and aerobic capacity and endurance. The objective of the work conditioning program is to restore physical capacity and function to enable return to work. Work conditioning is provided in multi-hour sessions up to four hours per day five days per week, with individualized conditioning programs designed to meet the worker' specific needs.
Ergonomic Evaluations
An ergonomic evaluation consists of visiting job sites to perform hands-on evaluations of the physical requirements of the employees. This can include photographing workers performing job tasks, evaluating body positions or equipment required for performing tasks, and physically measuring or weighing objects to determine the potential for cumulative trauma or acute injuries on the job site. Work station evaluation for office job tasks can be performed to ensure proper desk/seat height, computer use and placement of frequently used equipment.
Work Place Evaluations
A work place evaluation can be performed in conjunction with an ergonomic evaluation. The work place evaluation is used to determine possible workplace environmental risks and/or hazards that could lead to worker injury. These include housekeeping problems, lighting, proper safety equipment, proper signage and other potential hazards.
Job Assessments
A job assessment is used to determine the essential functions of a specific job. This is performed by interviewing a sample of workers who perform the job and then doing objective measurements of the job. After performing the assessment a functional job analysis is written. This allows the employer to develop an accurate job description.
Back Education Training
Our back education training goes beyond just instructing proper lifting techniques in the workplace. We also focus on home activities, sitting and standing positions, proper body positioning for work performance as well as preventative, flexibility and strength programs.
Pre-employment/Post Offer Screens
The pre-employment/post offer screen involves determining the applicant' ability to perform the job tasks outlined in the job description. Assessments are made of the person' muscular strength and endurance, flexibility and ability to perform job specific tasks.
Safety Meeting Presentations
Our staff can present a wide variety of safety meeting topics. These can include ergonomics training for work or home, back safety education, fitness for work, nutrition and exercise education, aging workforce injury prevention principles, stress management, and manual material handling. Specific presentations can be developed to fit the employer or employees' needs.
Please contact one of the locations listed below for more information on Industrial Rehabilitation Services at Mountain River Physical Therapy.
63 Hospitality Lane Suite 1
Mineral Wells, WV 26150
Phone: 304-489-8100
Fax: 304-489-8191
Ed Weber, MPT
Stacy Callow, MPT
Joe Blauser, MS, ATC, CEAS
174 North State Route 2, Suite 2
New Martinsville, WV 26155
Phone: 304-447-6778
Fax: 304-447-6779
Chris Frum, MPT
Joe Blauser, MS, ATC, CEAS
620 National Road, Suite 100
Wheeling, WV 26003
Phone: 304-230-5601
Fax: 304-230-5603
Adrian Moses, MPT
Joe Blauser, MS, ATC, CEAS
Email:
joe.blauser@mountainriverpt.com |
