Most Recent Case Studies

TRUCKING - The data shows a significant difference in the average cost per claim when comparing those who took the IPCS PCE compared to those who did not.  The Average Claim cost was about 3 times greater for those who did not take the IPCS PCE.  When comparing the Total Cost for Medical Claims and Reserves the IPCS group accounted for 24% of the injuries but only 10% of the cost.

FOOD DISTRIBUTION - The study shows a reduction in frequency, severity and cost per injury for a national food distribution company. (2008)

 
COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM- The IPCS program had a dramatic impact on average claim cost for both Total Injuries and Strains/Sprains. (2009)
 

Publications

This published study showed that the IPCS isokinetic knee-shoulder new hire physical capability evaluation was significantly more effective in reducing work related injuries than a tradtional functional capacity evaluation (FCE). (2004)


This published study shows significant reductions in both the frequency and severity of injuries for United Airline workers as a result of the IPCS physical capability knee-shoulder isokinetic program. (2002)


This published study shows significant reductions in the frequency of overexertion knee, shoulder and back injuries for this less-than-truckload company as a result of the IPCS isokinetic physical capability evaluation program. (2000)


This published study clearly shows the impact of the IPCS isokinetic knee-shoulder physical capability evaluation program on reducing the frequency and severity of injuries for the American Airline Rampworkers. (1999)

Airline Industry

This validation study statistically demonstrates the validity of the IPCS technology. The data analysis shows the IPCS knee-shoulder isokinetic protocol significantly reduces the frequency of injuries and cost perinjury for the United Airline worker. (2002)


This published study clearly shows the impact of the IPCS isokinetic knee-shoulder physical capability evaluation program on reducing the frequency and severity of injuries for the American Airline Rampworkers. (1999)

Distribution

The following case study was completed over a 23-month period on a pilot basis for a national gas cylinder distribution company. The case study focused on 5 locations that collectively employed about 200 individuals. The study shows that a company does not need to be a Fortune 1000 to reap the benefits of the IPCS technology. Smaller companies can realize the same return-on-investment by reducing the frequency and severity of injuries through the IPCS program. (Fall, 2005)


The analysis of the injury data clearly demonstrates that the IPCS physical capability assessment program had a dramatic impact on reducing both the frequency and severity of injury as measured by incident rate, total cost of injuries and average cost per injury in comparison to the Not Tested Group for all injuries and exertion injuries. The combination of reducing the frequency of injury and reducing the average cost per injury resulted in greater savings and return-on-investment for the COMPANY with the IPCS program. If the IPCS program had been in place during the 24-month period for the Not Tested Group, the net savings minus the cost of the program would have been $513,548.


The analysis of the injury data clearly demonstrates that the IPCS physical capability assessment program had a dramatic impact on reducing both the frequency and severity of injury as measured by incident rate, total cost of injuries and average cost per injury in comparison to the Not Tested Group for all injuries and exertion injuries. The combination of reducing the frequency of injury and reducing the average cost per injury resulted in greater savings and return-on-investment for the Company with the IPCS program. If the IPCS program had been in place during the 16-month period for the Not Tested Group, the net savings minus the cost of the program would have been $512,973 or a 62% reduction in the actual Incurred Costs.
 
 

Trucking Industry

The data shows a significant difference in the average cost per claim when comparing those who took the IPCS PCE compared to those who did not.  The Average Claim cost was about 3 times greater for those who did not take the IPCS PCE.  When comparing the Total Cost for Medical Claims and Reserves the IPCS group accounted for 24% of the injuries but only 10% of the cost.

This L-T-L case study shows significant workers' compensation savings because of the IPCS program. An additional benefit comes with the recommendation of a more fit and healthier individual. (2004)


A Comprehensive Analysis and Case Study for A Large US LogisticsTrucking Company Showing Injury Rates and Injury Costs Comparing IPCS Tested Employees to Employees Not Tested Over a 3-year Period. (2002)


This case study clearly shows the IPCS techology to be superior to otherkinds of physical capability assessments including an isokinetic knee-shoulder-back assessment vendor when comparing average cost perinjury. The data was analyzed from January 1993 through August 2000 for a Logistics Trucking company. (2000)


Review trucking company data that shows a reduction in frequency and costs associated with overexertion injuries to the knees, shoulders and back. (2000)

Food Service Distribution

The study shows a reduction in frequency, severity and cost per injury for a national food distribution company. (2008)

An injury analysis for a national distribution client with local delivery and distribution centers.  If the IPCS technology was in place at all locations the savings would have been $1,067,494 over a 28 month period. (2008)

An analysis showing a 52% reduction in injuries over 23 months for a national distributor. (2005)

This 35-month study shows that the IPCS evaluation to be significantly more effective in reducing the frequency of injuries and workers' compensation costs than a functional capacity evaluation (FCE). (2004)

Railroad Industry

This case study involves one of the nations largest railroads. The data clearly shows a dramatic reduction in the frequency of exertion injuries to the knees, shoulders and back as a result of the IPCS isokinetic physical capability evaluation program. (2003)

Manufacturing

The Effectiveness of the IPCS PCE Process for Food Manufacturing - A validation study (May 2009)

A Four-Year Injury Analysis To Determine the Effectiveness Of the IPCS Physical Capability Evaluation Program On Reducing Exertion Injuries For A Large Food Manufacturer. (Spring, 2005)


This case study involves a large food manufacturing company. The study compares the frequency and severity rates of injuries between plants using the IPCS physical capability evaluation program to plants not using the IPCS program. (2003)