How FMS Works – Simplifying Movement

The FMS is a ranking and grading system that documents movement patterns that are essential to normal function. Looking at these patterns, the FMS readily identifies functional limitations and asymmetries. These issues can reduce the effectiveness of functional training and physical conditioning. The FMS generates a Functional Movement Screen Score used to target problems and track progress. This scoring system is directly linked to the most beneficial corrective exercises to restore mechanically sound movement patterns. Exercise professionals monitor the FMS score to track progress and to identify those exercises that will be most effective to restore proper movement and build strength in each individual.

What FMS Does – Widespread Benefits

The FMS simplifies the concept of movement and its impact on the body for everyone involved; individuals, exercise professionals, and physicians.

• Communication – The FMS utilizes simple language, making it easy for individuals, exercise professionals, and physicians to communicate clearly about progress and treatment.
• Evaluation – The screen identifies asymmetries and limitations, reducing the need for extensive testing and analysis.
• Standardization – The FMS creates a functional baseline to mark progress and provides a means to measure performance.
• Safety – The FMS quickly identifies dangerous movement patterns so that they can be addressed. It also indicates an individual’s readiness to perform exercise so that realistic goals can be set and achieved.
• Corrective Strategies – The FMS can be applied at any fitness level. It identifies specific exercises based on individual FMS scores to create customized treatment plans.