Functional Movement Screening

Functional Movement Screening

Another assessment tool that we use is called Functional Movement Screening or FMS.  We assess the motor control, kinematic and biomechanical limitations through the identification of basic movement patterns. Kinematic means we look at the motion of the body, and biomechanical means we look at the movements and forces acting on the musculoskeletal system.

The movement patterns that we look at consist of the following:

·         Overhead squat

·         In line lunge

·         Hurdle step

·         Active straight leg raise

·         Trunk stability push up

·         Rotary stability

We can record these movements for video analysis or normal observation, and from the results we can again determine muscle imbalances, muscle weaknesses and any compensation that the body makes as a result of the imbalances and weaknesses.  The results then give us the information we need to create an exercise program for you to correct any problems so that your body start moving and working in more functional and correct manner.  This is all important because any imbalance or weakness puts your body at risk for pain or injury.

This is the website we refer to specifically for this method of assessment. It will provide you with much more information about this form of assessment so that you have a better understanding.

http://www.movementbook.com/