Functional Movement Screen (FMS)
move well. move often.
At Carlingford Active Health, our Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is designed to assess key movement patterns that are essential for pain-free and efficient physical activity. The FMS consists of seven simple tests that highlight any areas of weakness, imbalance, or reduced mobility, helping to improve your overall movement and reduce the risk of injury.
Why Use the FMS?
The FMS is a proactive tool for discovering areas in your movement that might be placing stress on your body. Rather than focusing on why these issues exist, it pinpoints specific patterns that could benefit from improvement. Identifying these early allows us to address them before they become more serious, helping you move better and avoid future problems.
The Seven FMS Tests
During the assessment, you’ll be guided through these seven functional movement tests:
Deep Squat
Hurdle Step
Inline Lunge
Shoulder Mobility
Active Straight-Leg Raise
Trunk Stability Push-Up
Rotary Stability
These tests transition smoothly from standing to ground-based movements, making the process quick and efficient.
Corrective Strategy
Once we identify any movement limitations, we focus on improving the most important areas first, starting with mobility. This personalized approach ensures that you get the most effective and targeted treatment plan, improving your movement and reducing the risk of injury.
Get Assessed Today
If you’re looking to improve your movement or stay injury-free, our FMS assessment is the perfect place to start. Book your session today and take the first step toward better health and performance!