• FMS aims to assess seven fundamental movement patterns that are essential for daily activities and physical performance.
• The primary goals of FMS are to identify movement dysfunctions, asymmetries, and limitations, and to guide appropriate exercise programming and corrective strategies.

The FMS includes seven movement tests, each focusing on different functional movement patterns:

• Deep Squat
• Hurdle Step
• Inline Lunge
• Shoulder Mobility
• Active Straight Leg Raise
• Trunk Stability Push-Up
• Rotary Stability

• Each movement test is scored on a scale of 0 to 3, with specific criteria for scoring based on movement quality, symmetry, and compensation.
• A score of 3 indicates perfect execution with no compensations or limitations, while lower scores indicate varying degrees of dysfunction or asymmetry.

• The individual’s total FMS score is calculated based on the sum of scores from all seven tests.
• A lower total score suggests greater movement dysfunction and may indicate an increased risk of injury or decreased performance.
• Asymmetries between the left and right sides are also noted and may warrant further investigation and targeted corrective exercises.

• FMS results can help guide exercise programming by identifying areas of focus for corrective exercises, mobility drills, and strengthening exercises.
• Individualized corrective strategies are developed based on the specific movement limitations identified during the screening process.
• FMS can be used as part of a pre-participation screening for athletes, as a baseline assessment for fitness clients, or as a tool for monitoring progress and identifying areas for improvement over time.

•  While FMS provides valuable information about movement quality and asymmetries, it does not diagnose specific injuries or underlying musculoskeletal conditions.
• FMS should be used as part of a comprehensive assessment process and interpreted in conjunction with other clinical findings and assessment tools.
  Overall, Functional Movement Screening is a valuable tool for assessing movement quality, identifying areas of dysfunction, and guiding targeted interventions to improve movement patterns, reduce injury risk, and enhance physical performance. It’s an integral part of injury prevention and performance optimization in sports, fitness, and rehabilitation settings.