THE ASSOCIATION BETWEEN THE FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT SCREEN^TM, Y-BALANCE TEST, AND PHYSICAL PERFORMANCE TESTS IN MALE AND FEMALE HIGH SCHOOL ATHLETES

Abstract

BackgroundPoor balance, lack of neuromuscular control, and movement ability are predictors of performance and injury risk in sports and physical activity participation. The Functional Movement Screen™ (FMS™) and lower quarter Y-Balance Test (YBT) have been used by clinicians to evaluate balance, functional symmetry, and static and dynamic movement patterns, yet little information exists regarding the relationship between the FMS™, YBT, and physical performance tests (e.g. vertical jump) within the high school population. PurposeThe purpose of this study was to investigate the relationship between the FMS TM , dynamic balance as measured by the YBT and physical performance tests (standing long jump, vertical jump, Pro Agility Test) in male and female high school athletes. Study DesignCohort study. MethodsFifty-six high school athletes (28 females, 28 males; mean age 16.4 ± 0.1) who participated in organized team sports were tested. Participants performed the FMS™, YBT, and three physical performance tests (standing long jump, vertical jump, Pro Agility Test). ResultsFemales outperformed males on the FMS™ and YBT, while males outperformed females on the performance tests. In both sexes, the composite FMS TM score was positively correlated with the left and composite YBT scores. Agility was negatively correlated with composite FMS TM in males (p < 0.05) and the left and composite YBT in females (p < 0.05). ConclusionsThe FMS TM and YBT may evaluate similar underlying constructs in high school athletes, such as dynamic balance and lower extremity power. The results of this study demonstrate the utility of the FMS and YBT to relate multiple constructs of muscular power to an individual's ability to balance. Furthermore, establishing the need for the utilization and application of multiple field-based tests by sports medicine professionals and strength and conditioning coaches when evaluating an athlete's movement and physical performance capabilities. Utilization of multiple field-based tests may provide the first step for the development of injury prevention strategies and long-term athlete development programs. Level of Evidence2b.

Investigating the Age-Related Association between Perceived Motor Competence and Actual Motor Competence in Adolescence

“…This study presented lower overall composite and individual functional movement values when compared to previous research conducted among Irish adolescents [ 20 , 22 ] and global adolescent populations [ 23 , 30 , 31 ]. The overall mean value of approximately 12 across the three year groups is lower than the score of 14.…”

“…These Irish results are marginally above the well-established critical composite score of 14, with a score below 14 frequently theorized as being associated with increased risk of injury [ 32 ]. Minimal research examining the association between FMS and functional movement exists, although some recent publications have noted a link between stability and functional movement [ 31 , 33 ].…”

Relationship between movement dysfunctions and sports injuries according to gender of youth soccer player

“…Movement dysfunction is an important indicator of sports injury through imbalance and asymmetry in adult athletes, suggesting that FMS and Q-angle are the most well-known measurement methods to predict sports injury in the training and competition (Kramer et al, 2019;Warren et al, 2018). Thus, we analyzed FMS and Q-angle in single-leg squat movement to youth male and female soccer players, which can instantly examine the dysfunction in the field.…”

“…In the 2000s, various evaluation tools were presented to assess the relationship between sports injuries and movement dysfunction, of which Functional Movement Screen (FMS) developed by Cook et al (2006a) was recommended as the most effective way to predict sports injury of athletes. Kramer et al (2019) studied relationship between FMS and athletic performance and found a significant correlation in FMS scale and physical performance test such as standing long jump, vertical jump, and agility, suggesting a standardized assessment to predict sports injury and performance of athletes.…”

Does Sex Dimorphism Exist in Dysfunctional Movement Patterns During the Sensitive Period of Adolescence?

“…Therefore, promoting physical activity has become a public priority in developed countries worldwide. Although the influence of physical activity as a measure of movement quantity has been examined extensively, very few studies have examined the movement quality through the period of the adolescence [5][6][7][8][9][10][11][12][13][14][15][16]. Although functional movement is considered as the clinical measure of movement quality [17,18], the true impact of the optimal functional movement on the musculoskeletal health remains unknown.…”