Process-Based Assessment of Physical Literacy and the Connection to Injury Prevention Programs

Abstract

To review current physical literacy assessments and their links to injury prevention. Methods: The authors reviewed physical literacy and injury prevention literature, with a focus on process-based assessments. This literature was examined for concepts of physical literacy and injury prevention.

Effects of Multicomponent Injury Prevention Programs on Children and Adolescents’ Fundamental Movement Skills: A Systematic Review With Meta-Analyses

“…2,17 Targeted FMS are used in movement competence and physical literacy assessments as well as injury prevention screening tools. 14 Previous research proposed a connection between physical literacy and MIPP through the assessment of FMS. 14 Public health strategies and physical education curricula may benefit from incorporating improved knowledge of the effects of MIPP on FMS in children and adolescents.…”

“…14 Previous research proposed a connection between physical literacy and MIPP through the assessment of FMS. 14 Public health strategies and physical education curricula may benefit from incorporating improved knowledge of the effects of MIPP on FMS in children and adolescents. 18 MIPP can incorporate developmentally appropriate exercises to improve physical fitness and may lead to engagement in PA through increased confidence and motivation.…”

“…7 Systematic frameworks in sports-related settings typically include MIPP; however, physical literacy interventions, physical education curricula, and organized physical activity often omit injury prevention strategies. 13,14 Fundamental movement skills (FMS) are commonly used in MIPP and play a significant role in physical literacy interventions, physical education, and organized physical activity. 4,15 FMS are the foundation of specialized movement skills and are classified as locomotion skills (eg, running, jumping), balance skills (eg, static and dynamic balance), and object control skills (eg, kicking, dribbling).…”

“… 7 Systematic frameworks in sports-related settings typically include MIPP; however, physical literacy interventions, physical education curricula, and organized physical activity often omit injury prevention strategies. 13 , 14 …”

“… 2 , 17 Targeted FMS are used in movement competence and physical literacy assessments as well as injury prevention screening tools. 14 Previous research proposed a connection between physical literacy and MIPP through the assessment of FMS. 14 …”