MES Functional Movement & Mobility Assessment

Question 1

Which functional movement screen score indicates a notable movement dysfunction requiring corrective exercise before loading?

Accepted Answer

Score of 1

Answer

A score of 1 on the FMS means the client could not perform the movement pattern correctly, signaling a dysfunction needing correction before adding load.

Question 2

The Thomas Test assesses flexibility of which muscle group?

Accepted Answer

Hip flexors (iliopsoas and rectus femoris)

Answer

The Thomas Test stretches the hip into extension while stabilizing the pelvis; failure to fully extend indicates hip flexor tightness.

Question 3

Which movement impairment does knee valgus during a squat most commonly indicate?

Accepted Answer

Weak hip abductors and external rotators combined with possible foot pronation

Answer

Knee valgus during squatting typically reflects weak hip abductors/external rotators that fail to control femoral adduction and internal rotation.

Question 4

The overhead squat assessment reveals excessive forward lean. Which muscle group is most likely overactive and should be inhibited?

Accepted Answer

Soleus and gastrocnemius (calf complex)

Answer

Tight calves restrict ankle dorsiflexion, forcing the torso to lean forward during the overhead squat to maintain balance.

Question 5

Which assessment tool uses reaching distances in three directions (anterior, posteromedial, posterolateral) to evaluate dynamic balance and ankle stability?

Accepted Answer

Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)

Answer

The Star Excursion Balance Test challenges single-leg balance while reaching in multiple directions, assessing neuromuscular control and ankle stability.

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MES Functional Movement & Mobility Assessment