Ask for a two-day test so they can see your decreased capacity, if you can.


Do not, I repeat, do not try to fake being weaker than you are. Many of the tests have the ability to measure your effort, and lack of effort will usually raise a huge red flag. Instead, I would document the best you can that what you do today may be completely different than what you can do tomorrow.

If all they do is a simple few movements, that is not really a functional capacity. The test should be much more involved and comprehensive than that. It should take at least around 2 hours, with some taking up to 8. The evaluation should be geared to your occupation's work duties, not be generalized having you lift boxes and push weights if you are a clerk who has to sit, bend, stoop, and reach, never needing to lift and push and pull. If they are asking you to try to do things you never do at work, ask them if this part of the test is required if you feel it may hurt you.

Take a witness with you if you can. If the test ends up being pure b.s., at least you have a witness. Your best friend is not as good a choice as someone form your church or civic group. Call your local volunteer center and see if you could have a volunteer accompany you.