Functional Movement Screening & Testing

Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a screening tool used to assess an individual’s movement patterns and identify potential areas of dysfunction or weakness that may lead to injury. The FMS consists of seven fundamental movement patterns that require a balance of mobility, stability, and motor control. These movements include deep squat, hurdle step, inline lunge, shoulder mobility, active straight leg raise, trunk stability push-up, and rotary stability.

During the FMS, a trained professional observes the individual performing each movement and assigns a score based on their ability to complete the movement pattern with proper form and without compensation. The scores are then used to identify areas of weakness or limitation that may need to be addressed through corrective exercises or further evaluation.

The FMS is used in a variety of settings, including sports medicine, physical therapy, and fitness training, as a way to assess an individual’s readiness for activity and to develop individualized exercise programs. By identifying areas of dysfunction and addressing them with corrective exercises, the FMS can help prevent injury and improve performance in individuals of all fitness levels.