FUNCTIONAL MOBILITY SCREENING & RESTORATION
Functional Mobility Screening & Restoration
Move Better. Perform Stronger. Stay Durable.
Functional Mobility Screening & Restoration is a comprehensive movement assessment designed to identify limitations, imbalances, and inefficient movement patterns before they lead to pain or injury.
In our clinic, this process helps us understand how your body moves under real-life demands—whether that’s sports, work tasks, hobbies, or daily activities.
What Is a Functional Mobility Screening?
A functional mobility screening is an in-depth movement evaluation that assesses:
Joint mobility
Muscle flexibility
Strength and stability
Balance and coordination
Movement control under load
Symmetry between sides
Instead of focusing only on where something hurts, we evaluate why it may be happening.
This allows us to identify mobility restrictions, weakness, compensations, and movement inefficiencies that may be limiting performance or contributing to recurring pain.
What Is Functional Restoration?
Once movement limitations are identified, we create a targeted plan to restore:
Proper joint motion
Muscle balance and activation
Stability and control
Efficient movement patterns
Restoration may include:
Mobility exercises
Stability and strength progressions
Neuromuscular retraining
Manual therapy when appropriate
Sport- or activity-specific movement drills
The goal is to improve how your body handles load and stress long-term.
How Is It Used Therapeutically?
Functional mobility screening and restoration are used for:
Injury prevention
Return-to-sport progression
Addressing recurring aches and tightness
Post-rehabilitation performance progression
Improving efficiency in physically demanding jobs
Optimizing movement for lifting, running, golf, baseball, or other activities
This approach bridges the gap between rehabilitation and performance.
What Should I Expect During a Screening?
During your session, you can expect:
A conversation about your goals, activity level, and injury history
Guided movement assessments (squatting, lunging, reaching, balance tasks, etc.)
Hands-on assessment of mobility and muscle function
Clear feedback on findings
A structured plan moving forward
You’ll leave with an understanding of:
Where your limitations are
Why they matter
How to address them
Benefits of Functional Mobility Screening & Restoration
This process helps you:
Identify problems before they become injuries
Reduce recurring pain
Improve strength and movement efficiency
Increase durability under load
Enhance athletic performance
Move with greater confidence
It supports long-term health, not just short-term symptom relief.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be injured to benefit?
No. Many individuals use mobility screening proactively to prevent injury or improve performance.
Is this only for athletes?
Not at all. It benefits anyone who wants to move better—whether for sports, physically demanding work, outdoor hobbies, or everyday tasks.
How often should I be screened?
This depends on your goals and activity level. Athletes or active individuals may benefit from periodic reassessments throughout the year.
Will I receive exercises?
Yes. If limitations are identified, you’ll receive a targeted plan designed specifically for your body and goals.
Is this part of physical therapy or separate?
It can be either. It may be integrated into your rehabilitation plan or offered as a standalone service.
Our Philosophy
Functional mobility screening and restoration allow us to identify weaknesses, improve movement quality, and create long-term durability so you can continue doing what you love without interruption.