Being Able To Predict Future Injuries

If you are a fan of our Facebook page, then hopefully you have been able to see the posts about our new Functional Movement Screen. Recently, I had traveled to Indianapolis to attend a seminar that would get me certified to perform a Functional Movement Screen (FMS).

So, if you are scratching your head asking what the heck is an FMS, then let me explain.

As a little kid, we had great flexibility and movement. But, as we grew older and developed movement patterns, sometimes we wouldn't do things correctly, but the "easier" way. With today's technology and modern science, we definitely don't have to move like our forefathers did back in the day. Our movement patterns became "incorrect" movement patterns.

Because of this, we develop strength deficiencies and muscle imbalances. Thus, are body isn't properly lined up and we are prime to set ourselves up to acquire various injuries or "itis" issues. That is where the FMS comes into play. The FMS is a test that scores you on 7 different movements. The maximum score you can get is a 21. The number you are trying to shoot for is 15 or above. Anything 14 or below, the research has shown you have a drastically increased chance of getting injured. You also want to look for any symmetry differences between your right and left. You want to address those as well.

By correcting these issues, you will be better balanced, have your muscles firing appropriately, and thus will have a more efficient moving pattern. This is a great test for someone who has had some nagging injuries, aches, or pains that they can't identify why they have them.

Now, if you have had some prior surgery before then this must be taken into account when doing the testing. But, if the doctor has said you are able to do anything and everything with no repercussions, then you should do this test to see if everything is firing normally.

So to detect if you are prone to future injuries, we are implementing this FMS with our own individual assessments. These will be included with your personal training sessions if you are a wellness client. If you are an athlete, the FMS will be included with the individual assessment you purchase. If you just want to get screened, but aren't currently training with us, the cost will be $75. Contact us today to get scheduled. You will be put through the FMS, we will discuss the results with you, and go over the corrective exercises you need to do to help your issues.

We can also do the FMS with various sports teams. These are great indicators if your athletes are operating as efficiently as possible. The research has great evidence in the fact that if your athlete scores lower than a 14 on this screen, they will greatly increase their chances of having an injury during the season, thus they won't be able to play. Contact us today, to see if we can put your team through an FMS.

This is a great screen that I firmly believe will be able to help you become healthier and avoid a lot of nick nack problems that we automatically chalk up to "old age." Check it out today.