| It is very time consuming to correctly perform an original research project. If your intention for completing research using the FMS is primarily to use as marketing for your injury prevention or performance enhancement program please read the evidence-based information we have compiled below. Feel free to use this information to market your program.
If you would like to learn more about how to track and analyze your own data for internal use, or if you intend to conduct an original research project using the FMS™ and/or the Y-Balance Test™ please click here for more information. |
Faulty movement patterns and asymmetry have been reported as risk factors for injury. To market your program, you can include the following studies that establish this connection (there are numerous). You do not need to reinvent the research “wheel” to effectively  market your use of the FMS™ or YBalance Test™.
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What we know:
What we know about injury prediction and movement:
Proven Risk factors include:
• Previous injury1, 4, 5, 12-14, 17, 18, 21, 22
• BMI6, 10, 12, 16, 22
• Asymmetry (muscle strength and
flexibility/ROM)2, 9, 15, 19
• FMS score in professional football8
• Asymmetries in professional football players
(not yet published, reference coming soon)
• Poor dynamic neuromuscular control (e.g.
Star Excursion Balance Test which can be
tested using Y Balance Test Kit™) or poor
balance11, 15, 20, 23, 24
• Excessive global muscle activation is related
to the development of athletic LBP3
• Dynamic lower extremity alignment7 |
What we think:
What we think about injury prediction and movement:
• We recommend athletes strive to attain a total score of at least 16 with no asymmetries and no 1's.
• On the Y Balance Test, there should not be an asymmetry of greater than 4cm in anterior reach direction. Athlete’s composite Y Balance Test™ score should not fall in the bottom third of norms in his/her sport.
• Retention of a high threshold strategy contributes to the development of dysfunctional movement which hinders performance and likely increases overall injury risk.
• Attempting to increase strength (particularly core strength) in the presence of dysfunctional movement is problematic.
• Maximizing ones FMS™ and Y Balance Test™ scores will establish a foundation for a more productive performance enhancement program. |
