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Functional Movement Screening Test – Get proactive about your health and fitnessProactive Prevention with Functional Movement Screening – At Invigor Healths Allied Health Clinics, we believe in getting ahead of potential issues before they impact your life. Our Functional Movement Screening (FMS) service empowers you to take a proactive approach to your health and wellness.
Through a comprehensive assessment, our physiotherapists identify movement patterns and muscle imbalances, allowing us to develop personalised rehabilitation or prevention programs to keep you performing at your best. Experience the Invigor Health difference – book your FMS assessment today.
At Invigor Health, we believe that prevention trumps cure, every time.
Of course, injury and pain can always happen - often unexpectedly.
In these situations, it makes sense to focus on relief, rehabilitation and recovery.
And physiotherapy is a fantastic, effective tool in achieving all of the above.
But from years of experience in this industry, here’s something we know:
Many experiences of injury can be prevented.
More often than not, we can trace symptoms of pain back to a relatively simple root cause.
When you don’t identify this cause early enough? That’s when things get complicated.
That’s when the risk of injury compounds.
But that initial issue often starts out as something preventable.
And that means there is a huge benefit in taking a proactive approach to your health, fitness and wellbeing.
By having an awareness how your current physiology and lifestyle could contribute to injury?
You can care for your body in a way that keeps you active, resilient and pain-free, now and in the long-term.
Our Functional Movement Screening gives you a proactive, comprehensive picture of how your body is currently functioning.
It brings together sophisticated body analysis tools and personalised consultation.
Rather than our physiotherapy service which targeted pre-existing injury or pain, this generalised body scan is designed to identify potential issues before they occur.
Here’s how it works
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Physical Assessment
We take you through a guided suite of tests, whole-body scans and practical exercises to assess the strength and mobility of your joints and your neuromuscular control.
Diagnosis
With access to a fully functional gym (located onsite at our Bondi practice) and sophisticated diagnostic tools, we can get a clear and granular understanding of any abnormalities that could make you susceptible to injury.
These can include:
- Weakness, stiffness or hyper mobility in your joints
- Movement control dysfunction (muscles that don’t activate in the correct pattern, meaning you can’t coordinate your movement efficiently)
- Any risk-factors that could be contributed to the type or intensity of your current exercise regime
- Abnormalities that could relate to your health history, previous injuries or lifestyle factors
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Personalised recommendations
If we find any abnormalities as a result of your scan, we will break these down for you in clear, simple terms and provide personalised recommendations for how to address them going forward.
Typically, we advise either:
- A physiotherapy consultation (treatments can involve manual therapy techniques and rehabilitative exercise)
- A preventative movement-based program to optimise strength and mobility
Note: These programs are not included in the initial cost of the Movement Screen and all recommendations are acted upon only at the discretion of each client.
Essential details
Price
Consultation
$200
Duration
Consultation
60 minutes
Booking
If you’re interested in a Movement Screen, you can book here.
For more information on our approach, qualifications and pricing, visit our FAQs or get in touch here.
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Functional Movement Screening Frequently Asked Questions
What is Functional Movement Screening (FMS)?
Functional Movement Screening is a comprehensive assessment that evaluates your body’s movement patterns and muscle imbalances. By identifying potential issues early on, we can develop a tailored rehabilitation or prevention program to keep you performing at your best.
How does the FMS assessment work?
During the assessment, our physiotherapists will guide you through a series of seven fundamental movement patterns. These movements are designed to expose limitations or asymmetries in your mobility, stability, and motor control. The results of the screening are then used to create your personalised program.
What are the benefits of Functional Movement Screening?
FMS provides invaluable insights into your current physical condition, allowing us to uncover hidden risks and empower you to take a proactive approach to your health and wellness. By addressing any identified weaknesses or restrictions, we can help you prevent future injuries, improve your athletic performance, and maintain optimal function throughout your life.
How often should I undergo Functional Movement Screening?
We recommend incorporating FMS into your healthcare routine on a regular basis, such as annually or biannually. This allows us to monitor your progress, make adjustments to your program, and ensure that you’re consistently performing at your peak.
Who can benefit from Functional Movement Screening?
FMS is beneficial for individuals of all ages and activity levels, from elite athletes to those looking to maintain their overall health and wellbeing. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, seeking to optimise your physical performance, or simply wanting to stay ahead of the curve, our FMS service can provide invaluable insights and guidance.