Work Hardening

Work Hardening

Work Hardening

In both physical therapy and occupational therapy, work hardening refers to a comprehensive and intensive rehabilitation program designed to help individuals regain physical and functional abilities necessary for returning to work after an injury, illness, or disability. 

We offer the following work hardening products:

  • Function Capacity Evaluation (FCE) Lifting Boxes: Function Capacity Evaluation (FCE) lifting boxes are specialized tools used during Functional Capacity Evaluations in work hardening programs, which are comprehensive assessments designed to evaluate an individual's physical abilities, functional limitations, and work-related capacities. The lifting boxes are part of the FCE equipment used to simulate lifting tasks commonly encountered in various job roles.
  • Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) Work Devices: are essential tools used to assess an individual's functional capacity, work readiness, and ability to perform job-related tasks safely and effectively.
  • Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) Sleds: are specialized devices used during comprehensive assessments to evaluate an individual's physical capabilities and functional capacity, particularly in relation to tasks that involve pushing, pulling, or dragging heavy objects. 

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What is Work Hardening?

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