Unlocking Your Body’s Potential: The Power of Full-Body Functional Assessments (FMA)
If you're struggling with pain, poor posture, or performance plateaus, the problem may not be where it hurts—it’s how your body moves. At Evolve Chiropractic, we start every patient journey with a Full-Body Functional Movement Assessment (FMA) to uncover the real root causes behind discomfort and dysfunction.
Whether you're an athlete, weekend warrior, or just want to move pain-free, our comprehensive functional assessment is the key to long-lasting results.
What Is a Full-Body Functional Assessment (FMA)?
A Functional Movement Assessment (FMA) is a structured, head-to-toe evaluation that measures:
Joint mobility and stability
Postural alignment
Movement efficiency and control
Dynamic movement patterns
Unlike basic range-of-motion screens or posture checks, the FMA gives you an objective score out of 100, based on how well your body performs in real-world movements. It's like a movement diagnostic tool—designed to detect hidden issues before they become painful problems.How EVOLV Integrates FMA
How EVOLV Integrates the FMA into Your Care
At Evolve Chiropractic, we’ve taken the traditional FMA and elevated it into a fully integrated, tech-driven assessment system.
Step 1: 3-Part Functional Assessment
We break the FMA into three core testing phases:
Functional Range of Motion – Can each joint move the way it should?
Foundational Movement Patterns – How do you perform key movements like squats, lunges, and hinges?
Complex Movement Patterns – How well do you handle dynamic movements like shoulder touches, crawling, or single-leg balance?
Each test is scored 0–2:
0 = Painful
1 = Dysfunctional but pain-free
2 = Functional and pain-free
For bilateral movements (like lunges or shoulder mobility), we score both sides individually—giving a clear and complete picture of your body’s strengths and weaknesses.
Step 2: Tech-Powered Data Integration
We don’t stop at movement. We combine your FMA with:
ShapeScale 3D body scans (posture, shape, muscle symmetry)
Proteus strength & power testing (movement velocity, control, output)
This gives us a comprehensive performance profile—not just how your body moves, but how well it functions.
Step 3: Personalized Corrective Plan
Once your data is collected, we don’t leave you guessing.
We design a care plan tailored to:
Correct imbalances
Restore mobility
Improve functional strength
Prevent injury
Your FMA score is re-evaluated monthly to track your progress and make precise program adjustments.
Why the FMA Matters
Many people wait until something breaks before taking action. But dysfunction usually starts long before pain shows up.
By catching movement restrictions early, our FMA allows us to:
Prevent injuries
Enhance athletic performance
Improve posture and mobility
Deliver long-term results—not just quick fixes
See How You Move—Before It Slows You Down
At Evolve Chiropractic, we don’t guess—we assess.
If you're ready to transform the way your body moves and feels, start with a Full-Body Functional Assessment. Whether you're in pain, looking to level up your fitness, or just want to future-proof your body, the FMA is your first step toward lasting change.
