Case Study:

A 37 year old plumber from a large company in Atlanta, GA was referred to Providian Physical Therapy and Functional Capacity Specialists. In 2005, the patient had suffered a herniated lumbar disc with subsequent lumbar fusion surgery. The patient completed 36 visits of traditional physical therapy with good results and was returned to work light duty.

However, he could not sustain the physical demands necessary for a commercial plumber and was placed on no work status by his physician. A Providian Functional Capacity Evaluation was performed to objectively identify his current physical capabilities.

With the full cooperation of the company, a Providian Job Site Analysis was then conducted.

A new and productive job description was established appropriate for the patient’s physical capabilities.

The patient successfully returned to full duty in the shop facility assembling plumbing components for installation in residential homes.