FMS - Functional Movement Screen Complete Solution

What is the functional movement screen? - The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is a series of 7 dynamic tests that try to assist the clinician with determining the readiness of an individual to return to activity A score below __ suggests the compensations in movement patterns are numerous and may increase injury risk. - 14 What are the seven tests? - Deep Squat Hurdle Step In-Line Lunge Shoulder mobility Active Straight Leg Raise Trunk Stability Push-Up Rotational Stability What is the purpose of the Deep Squat? - The deep squat is used to assess bilateral, symmetrical, mobility of the hips, knees and ankles. The dowel held overhead assesses bilateral, symmetrical mobility of the shoulders as well as the thoracic spine.