Novy DM, Simmonds MJ, Lee CE. Physical performance tasks: What are the underlying
constructs? Arch Phys Med Rehabil 2002; 83: 44-7. Objectives: To investigate the structural …

Study Design. Randomized trial. Objectives. To determine the sensitivity and specificity of
maximal effort testing in functional capacity evaluations. Summary of Background Data …

The objective measurement of free-living physical activity may be a useful method of
assessing functional ability in different patient groups. The aim of this study was to …

This study tested the relative predictive power of self-efficacy expectations of physical
capabilities (functional self-efficacy [FSE]), expectations of pain, and expectations of reinjury …

Soer R, van der Schans CP, Geertzen JH, Groothoff JW, Brouwer S, Dijkstra PU, Reneman
MF. Normative values for a functional capacity evaluation. OBJECTIVE: To establish …

Introduction: This study was performed to study intensity and duration of symptom increase
following an FCE and to explore safety of an FCE. Methods: Included were 92 patients with …

Introduction: Functional capacity tests are standardized instruments to evaluate patients'
capacities to execute work-related activities. Functional capacity test results are associated …

Individuals presenting with pain frequently report associated disability. Both pain and
disability are complex phenomena. The bio-psycho-social complexity of pain and the …

Abstract Objectives: Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE) is used to determine return-to-
work readiness. We investigated the ability of the Isernhagen Work Systems' FCE to predict …

Purpose. To compare the work-related limitations assessed using self-report, clinical
examination and functional testing in patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP). Methods …