Experience the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA)
At Zenith Physiotherapy and Wellness, our physiotherapists in Airdrie, AB utilize the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) to evaluate fundamental movement patterns and address musculoskeletal pain. By focusing on movement patterns, we can identify impairments that may contribute to associated disabilities, even if they seem unrelated to your main complaint. The SFMA embodies the concept of Regional Interdependence, recognizing how different areas of the body can affect one another.
Identifying Dysfunctional Patterns: A Personalized Approach
Our physiotherapists guide you through a series of 7 full-body movement tests, pinpointing the most dysfunctional non-painful pattern for detailed assessment. This approach complements our existing examination methods and effectively integrates concepts such as posture, muscle balance, and fundamental movement patterns into your treatment plan. By addressing the most dysfunctional non-painful pattern, we can provide targeted interventions like manual therapy and therapeutic exercise without exacerbating your pain.
We understand the importance of pain-free functional movement for your everyday activities and overall well-being. Pain-free functional movement encompasses several components, including posture, range of motion (ROM), muscle performance, motor control, and balance reactions. Impairments in any of these areas can impact your movement and may result in or contribute to pain. With the SFMA, our physiotherapists can identify key functional movement patterns and determine critical assessment points to efficiently restore your functional movement.
Your Treatment Plan
Our physiotherapists integrate the SFMA into your examination and intervention model, providing a personalized treatment plan that incorporates movement-based therapeutic exercises. This comprehensive approach effectively integrates concepts like posture, muscle balance, and fundamental movement patterns into your musculoskeletal care. Moreover, the SFMA offers valuable feedback on the effectiveness of your therapeutic exercise program, which specifically targets the dysfunctional movement pattern and related impairments.
Experience the SFMA at Zenith Physiotherapy and Wellness
As an essential part of our evaluation process, we perform the SFMA screening methodology on nearly all our patients. If we identify a dysfunctional pattern of movement, we develop a corrective exercise program and may incorporate other forms of manual therapy to normalize your mobility, functional strength, balance, and ultimately help you return to a pain-free state. If you’re interested in receiving a Selective Functional Movement Assessment from our skilled therapists at Zenith Physiotherapy and Wellness, please contact us to schedule a consultation.
Restore your movement and reclaim a pain-free lifestyle with the Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) at Zenith Physiotherapy and Wellness in Airdrie, AB. Our physiotherapists use this personalized approach to evaluate your movement patterns, identify impairments, and develop a targeted treatment plan tailored to your needs. Contact us today to begin your journey towards pain-free function and improved overall well-being.
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!
