Physical & Work Capacity Exams

Fast. Objective. Legally Defensible.

Who uses Work Capacity Exams:

• Workers’ compensation case managers

• Defense & plaintiff attorneys

• Claims adjusters

• Occupational health providers

• Employers & HR departments

Work capacity exams, also referred to as;

"Physical capacity exams" or "Functional capacity exams" include:

• Musculoskeletal & functional assessment

• Objective, standardized functional testing

• Job-specific task simulation (when available)

• Strength, endurance, and positional tolerance testing

• Consistency of effort & reliability indicators

• Functional limitations + objective data

• Final work status determination

• Clear return-to-work recommendations

• Identification of safe work restrictions

• Detailed, defensible documentation for claims and legal use

What to expect from Cornerstone Performance:

• Fast turnaround: Reports completed within 48–72 hours

• Clear conclusions: Direct answers—can the patient work or not?

• Legally defensible reports: Built for case managers & attorneys

• Responsive communication: Available for questions and clarification

• Detailed, defensible documentation for claims and legal use.