Functional Movement Screening

Question 1

Shoulder Mobility - Clearing Exam

Answer 1

Observed for a pain response

Question 2

Shoulder Mobility

Answer 2

Test bilateral shoulder ROM, internal rotation/adduction and external rotation/abduction as well as scapular mobility and t-spine extension

Limitation: Thoracic Spine

Question 3

Active Straight Leg Raise

Answer 3

Tests the ability to dis-associate the lower extremity from the trunk while maintaining stability of the torso

Limitations: Test ook hip flexors

Question 4

Trunk Stability Push-up

Answer 4

Tests ability to stabilize spine in Anterior/Posterior plane during a closed chain upper body movement

Limitations: Tests other muscles
No age restrictions

Question 5

In-Line Lunge

Answer 5

Tests hip and ankle mobility/stability, quad flexibility and knee stability
Simulation of rotational, decelerating and lateral movement

Question 6

Rotary Stability

Answer 6

Assesses multi-plane trunk stability during a combined upper and lower extremity motion

Limitations: Too hard, also testing shoulder girlde and hip stability

Question 7

Deep Squat

Answer 7

Tests bilateral, symmetrical, functional mobility of hips, knees & ankles. Dowel overhead also tests shoulder and T-spine mobility
Needed for almost everything in life

Question 8

Hurdle Step

Answer 8

Tests bilateral functional mobility and stability of the hips, knees and ankles
Challenge proper stride mechanics during a stepping motion

Limitations: Perception in height, structural limitations