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Welcome to Ariel Kinematics

Biomechanics, the science of motion and the action of forces on the human body, is central to the work of Kinematic Consultants Physicians, Physical Therapists and Biomedical Specialists. Utilizing sophisticated data collection instruments and computer analysis systems, KC�s professionals analyze how people move. The subject clients, examinees or patients, are evaluated for performance efficiency in various tasks. The results of the analysis are utilized by Physicians, Case Managers, Employers, or Insurance specialists, to make educated decisions concerning treatment or legal issues such as Medical Management and Disability Determination.

Kinematic Consultants has worked with numerous clients, including Insurance Companies, Risk Managers, and Workers� Compensation Managers to save countless dollars, by providing precise, objective examinee assessments.

The introduction of computerized kinematic analysis and the use of force plates, dynamic EMG and other �state of the art� test and measurement instruments in Physical Medicine, has been an exciting and revolutionary process. Kinematic Functional Capacity Evaluations stand apart from traditional FCE�s by substituting objective data collection for subjective Examiner observation.

Prior to the medical use of these technologies, doctors and physical therapists relied solely on static measurement instruments and the human eye. With the Kinematic FCE, the medical profession now has a new and objective method to evaluate human motion and measure its efficiency and dysfunction.

Utilizing state of the art technology, Kinematic Functional Capacity Evaluations are based on non-invasive computerized kinetic testing. These tests are used to assist in the following areas:

� Early Return to Work decisions
� Determining safe, altered duty assignments
� Treatment outcome assessment
� Determining Maximum Medical Improvement
� Justification of Treatment
� Verification of subjective complaints
� Job and/or Work site evaluations
� Post offer physical examinations
� Fitness for Duty Exam
� Case closure