Functional Movement Screen

November 15, 2024

Into help identify movement pattern dysfunctions, thereby helping create the best possible interventions.”

FMS works by isolating flawed movement patterns, providing the patient with the knowledge needed to most capable), gauge not only the mobility but also the stability of the ankles, spine, hips, knees, and even shoulders.

The seven tests include:

• The deep squat, in which the patient holds his or her arms in place while squatting. Here the physician is looking for twisted heels or other tell-tale signs of asymmetry.
• The hurdle step, in which the patient is asked to balance and the strength of your core.
• The in-line lunge, in which you lunge forward with one hand near the neck and the other near the lower back. Here the physician will scan for eversion or inversion of the feet or an inability to balance.
• Shoulder mobility, which consists of trying together your hands are.
• The active straight-leg raise, in which the patient raises one leg towards the sky, while lying prostrate, without bending the knee. Here the physician will check the angle of your leg and alignment of your ankles.
• The trunk stability pushup, in which you perform a pushup whilst keeping your hands aligned with your forehead or chin. The physician will be on the lookout for hyper-extension of the spine.
• And, finally rotational stability, in which you lower yourself to your right knee; then repeat with the left half of your body. The physician will check for symmetry and elbow/knee alignment

Together these seven tests allow you and your physician to enhance exercise and prevent movement dysfunction.