JTECH Northstar is a comprehensive functional testing and patient assessment software designed for healthcare professionals, including physical therapists, chiropractors, sports medicine specialists, and occupational medicine clinics. It is sold as part of a complete system bundled with JTECH Medical's wireless physical assessment devices (Commander Echo line).
Key Capabilities and Value Proposition: Northstar provides fully computerized, objective data collection for a variety of functional tests, replacing manual documentation and subjective assessments. It is used to quantify range of motion (Inclinometry, Goniometry), muscle strength, grip strength, pinch strength, and pain/pressure tolerances (Algometry). The core value is its ability to generate fast, accurate, automated narrative reports with a single click, which are essential for clinical decision-making, tracking patient progress, reducing insurance claim rejections, and providing objective documentation for medico-legal cases (e.g., Personal Injury, Workers' Compensation).
Main Features:
- Fully Computerized Objective Data Collection
- Automated Narrative Report Generation
- Patient Data Management (EMR Tools)
- Robust Data Analysis and Progress Tracking
- Industry-Standard Forms and Worksheets
- Support for Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs), Pain Management, and Active Care Rehab protocols.
Target Users & Use Cases:
- Target Users: Physical Therapists, Chiropractors, Occupational Medicine Providers, Sports Medicine Specialists, and Researchers.
- Use Cases: Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs), Pre/Post Offer Evaluations, Pain Management Assessment and Documentation, Physical Rehabilitation Tracking, and Medico-Legal Documentation.
