The Functional Shelf makes it fast and easy to simulate job-level lifting, reaching, and placement tasks — so you can prove function, not guess.
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See how real-world functional testing fits in your trunk.
Why Patients Leave Too Soon
They feel “better” when pain is reduced
But they’re not functionally durable — they can’t squat, lift, or reach safely
Without functional proof, return-to-work plans (and billing) fall apart
The Functional Shelf System
A compact, clinic-tested system that brings real-world work simulation into your practice.
Telescoping ladder (2.2 ft collapsed → 8.5 ft extended)
Easy-attach lifting shelves with anti-slip surface
Light weight heavy duty lift box
Setup time: under 2 minutes
Fits in a compact car trunk
Turn Treatment into Testable Data
Functional testing = more defensible discharge plans, better patient retention, and a new revenue stream.
Feature
Value to You
Portable system
Run tests anywhere — clinic, gym, or on-site
Full-body and dexterity testing
Reach, bend, lift, kneel, squat — all covered
Objective results
Support FCE, RTW, and work conditioning reports
Works with NIOSH, DOT, MTM standards
Stay compliant and defensible
Objections We Hear (and Crush)
“Too expensive” – One FCE pays for it. Work conditioning pays again.
“Too bulky” – Collapses to 2.2 ft. Setup takes 2 minutes.
“Too complicated” – Full instructions included. If you can do a Theraband protocol, you can use this.
What's Included
Telescoping Ladder (300 lb. capacity)
Lift Crate (250 lb. capacity)
Functional Shelves (300 lb. capacity - set of 2)
Dexterity Pegs (large and small)
Frequently Asked Questions
What functions can I measure with the Functional Shelf?
You can measure all the key postural and positional demands that matter in real-world work:
Overhead and forward reaching
Fine and gross dexterity
Repeated bending and sustained bending
Squatting and sustained squatting
Kneeling, climbing, and lifting tolerances
What types of lift tests can I perform?
The platform and bin allow for standardized testing at three key heights:
Floor to waist (2-point lifting with crate)
Waist to shoulder
Waist to overhead
Can I perform 2-point reaching tasks?
Yes. The large pegs can be moved from one shelf to the next to simulate repetitive two-point reaching and shoulder-to-waist transfer. This supports MTM-style and job simulation testing.
Can I set up sustained postural testing?
Yes. The small pegs are fitted with nuts and can be screwed into the shelf platform. This allows you to simulate sustained overhead reaching, sustained bending, and sustained squatting with a work-relevant activity (not just holding air).
How much does the Functional Shelf weigh?
The full system weighs approximately 23 lbs (10.5 kg). Each component is light enough to be carried individually by one person.
How much space does it take up when packed?
The system collapses to fit in a standard car trunk. Packed dimensions are approximately 24 in x 24 in x 10 in, depending on bin orientation.
What is the warranty?
You get a lifetime warranty on the shelf platforms and a 1-year warranty on the ladder and bin components. We stand behind every kit and support you with training and replacement parts when needed.
