Matheson WorkStation Functional Capacity Evaluation Software

Designed for the busy Functional Capacity Evaluator

The Matheson WorkStation Functional Capacity Evaluation Software is one of the special tools available only to Matheson trained evaluators. Influenced by the world's most experienced evaluators, the WorkStation gives the thinking evaluator a head start toward referrer-friendly, comprehensive and defendable reports!

Imagine....

• a software package that lets you select which tests to include in your FCE.
• having those tests accurately scored in less than 1 second.
• having an instant cross-reference to the "Dictionary of Occupational Titles" and the "Selected Characteristics of Occupations."
• being guided through the thought process of determining levels of effort and reliability of client reports.
• having an up-to-date research bibliography that can be appended to a report if so requested.
• being able to build a library of summaries so you don't have to re-type them in the future.
• being able to choose from 6 report formats.
• being able to have input to the tests and reports included in your software package.
• toll-free technical support.
• being able to package your software program and the basic tools into one low-cost purchase or lease.

It's all here in the WorkStation Version 3.40i from The Matheson System!

If you would like more information about The WorkStation software or purchase options, contact the Matheson office at 800-443-7690 or 603-358-6525 or email techsupport@roymatheson.com.

Reliability

The tools used in the Matheson protocol have withstood the test of peer-reviewed publication (Spine, Journal of Occupational Medicine, etc.) and the challenge of scrutiny in courts of law from civil to the British Columbia Supreme Court. There are more than 40 tests in version 3.40. The final reliability measure of each evaluation will vary depending on which mix of tests the evaluator selects. An example of the calculated internal consistency of some of these instruments is the Spinal Function Sort at a Cronbach's alpha of 0.97, with test-retest reliability of 0.89.

Validity

The single biggest issue in evaluation today is "Validity", i.e., do the tests you use test what they purport to test and does your evaluation answer the unique questions posed by each case. The WorkStation fosters validity by basing the evaluation on both standardized, functional tests and the expertise of the evaluator. Seasoned case managers seek a safe, reliable and valid evaluation that provides succinct answers to case-dependent questions. Further, the system prompts the evaluator to answer each question posed by the referral source.

Consistency Across Evaluators and Clinics

The WorkStation maintains consistency of measurement, observation and reporting from evaluator-to-evaluator and from clinic-to-clinic. A clinical team can pre-load the software with a list of questions their evaluation is able to answer. Report formats can be standardized from clinic-to-clinic. Further, a manager can encourage a clinician to use a selected battery of respected, standardized tests rather creating their own tests.

Productivity

The WorkStation testing protocol lets you tailor the evaluation to answer the unique questions presented by each client and referral source. You'll save time by performing only the tests each client needs; you are not locked into performing unnecessary tests. And you'll quickly discover that typing or dictating lengthy reports is a thing of the past. Evaluator's time is too precious to waste; referral sources won't wait days for test results. Report preparation time for each of the evaluations supported by the WorkStation is typically less than 30 minutes; you'll mail the report at the end of the evaluation day!

Two of the most burdensome parts of the documentation process are crunching numbers while trying to remember important observations. The WorkStation automatically calculates coefficients of variation, MET exercise levels, norms and MTM's. Instead of spending time looking up norms or MTM's, the evaluator can focus on more productive responsibilities.

Built for the Way You Evaluate!

• Intuitive Flow
• Five Structured, Professional Report Styles
• Print-On-Demand Forms Including the Job Demands Worksheet
• Industry Recognized Evaluation Tools
• Libraries for Referral Questions
• Libraries for Summaries
• Libraries for Recommendations
• Ability to Perform Repeat Testing
• Electronic Grip and Pinch Interface
• Built-in Activity Timers and Test-Sensitive Stop Watches
• Evaluation Summary Area with Results of Tests and Observations
• Automatic Translation of American-English Terms to Canadian-English
• The evaluator is prompted to consistently assess Physical Effort and Reliability of Pain and Disability Reports throughout the evaluation with specific screens to document Competitive Test Performance, Signs of Physical Discomfort, Reasons for Slowed Performance and Reasons for Test Cessation
• Built-in Dictionary of Occupational Titles linked to the Selected Characteristics of Occupational provides instant job and industry descriptions
• Administer each test separately or in concert with others.
• Want to administer a "special request" evaluation? Choose the tools that match the special requirements of each evaluation or use a protocol designed for you and your colleagues.
• Support for the great clinician who is not a great writer! The Workstation libraries of referral questions, summaries and recommendations mean you do not have to reinvent the wheel each time you write a report! Your clinic's best writers can share their narrative with others. Also, since each summary and recommendation is tailored to each evaluation, they do not look canned!
• Screens are laid out in a logical, intuitive evaluation sequence.
• Coefficients of Variation and Grip Curve are calculated automatically.
• Scoring normative and MTM-based tests is automatic. No more searching for test administrative manuals.

"After doing FCE's with this software there is no way on God's green earth that I would ever consider doing them without it!" - Mike Weis, PT