Functional Capacity Evaluations in Calgary: Supporting Clear, Defensible Insurance Decisions

Accurate determination of functional ability is essential for insurance companies managing injury, disability, and return-to-work claims. Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) provide objective, defensible information that supports timely and appropriate decision-making. In a diverse and economically complex employment market such as Calgary, reliable functional data is critical for aligning recovery expectations, work demands, and claim progression.

Creative Therapy Consultants provides Functional Capacity Evaluations through its Calgary office, delivering standardized, evidence-informed assessments that support insurers, employers, and recovery planning across a wide range of industries.

An FCE is a structured evaluation of an individual’s physical and functional abilities in relation to work and daily life demands. Assessments are completed by experienced occupational therapists using validated methodologies designed to assess strength, endurance, tolerance, and functional consistency. Findings are grounded in observed performance, task repetition, and effort reliability rather than self-report alone, increasing the defensibility of results.

Timely access to assessment and reporting plays a critical role in claim momentum. Creative Therapy Consultants prioritizes efficient scheduling and rapid report turnaround to reduce unnecessary delays in decision-making. Clear timelines and proactive communication support insurers in moving claims forward without prolonged uncertainty.

Reports are structured to translate clinical findings into practical, insurer-relevant information. Functional abilities and limitations are clearly linked to job demands, endurance requirements, and task tolerance, supporting decisions related to work capacity, accommodations, or further rehabilitation needs.

Throughout the assessment process, a client-centered approach emphasizes transparency, respect, and clear explanation. Clients are supported to understand the purpose and expectations of the evaluation, promoting cooperation and reliable outcomes while maintaining professionalism and dignity.