Selective Functional Movement Assessment (SFMA) in Torrensville Adelaide
selective functional movement assessment
The Selective Functional Movement Assessment is a movement based system to find the root cause of your pain
The system assesses your mobility and motor control/strength from top to bottom to help identify the source of your pain/problem
With this diagnostic system we can identify what the primary focus of our treatment should be
The best injury is the one that never happens. At Functional Physio SA, we help people identify movement limitations before they become painful or lead to injury.
Whether you’re returning to sport, starting a new exercise program or preparing for physically demanding work, our movement assessments help identify opportunities to improve strength, mobility and movement quality.
What Does a Movement Assessment Include?
Your physiotherapist will assess:
- Joint mobility
- Muscle strength
- Balance
- Flexibility
- Functional movement patterns
- Posture
- Injury risk factors
Based on your assessment, we’ll develop an individualised exercise program to help you move more efficiently and reduce your risk of injury.
Who Can Benefit?
Movement assessments are ideal for:
- Active adults
- Recreational athletes
- Workers in physically demanding jobs
- Older adults wanting to maintain independence
- People returning from injury
Why Choose Functional Physio SA?
We believe physiotherapy shouldn’t only be about treating injuries—it should also help prevent them. By identifying movement problems early, we can often reduce the likelihood of future pain or injury.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be injured?
No. Many people attend for preventative advice before problems develop.
How long does an assessment take?
Most initial appointments are approximately 45–60 minutes.
Will I receive exercises?
Yes. You’ll receive an individualised program based on your assessment findings.
Helping Adelaide Stay Active
Our movement assessments complement Sports Physiotherapy, Exercise Rehabilitation, Workplace Physiotherapy Services and Pre-Employment Physical Screening Assessments.
Contact Functional Physio SA today to book a movement assessment.
How can Functional Physio SA help?
Physios are experts with pain and function, so whether it’s a major injury, or assistance to improve performance there is always a reason to see a physio.
Our highly experienced physios use a wide range of treatment approaches based on extensive qualifications and further training.
After visiting Functional Physio SA you should have a clear diagnosis and understanding of what is going, and a treatment plan detailing how you will get better including how long it will take to heal, how often you will need to see the physio, what treatments we will provide in your program, and what exercises you need to do to get back to doing the things you love.
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