In movement screening, what does FMS stand for?

• A. Flexible Mobility System
• B. Fast Movement Score
• C. Functional Movement Screen
• D. Functional Movement Strength

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is recognizing the established name of the movement screening tool. FMS stands for Functional Movement Screen. This is a standardized assessment used to evaluate seven fundamental movement patterns and identify any dysfunctions or asymmetries that could signal injury risk or performance limitations. The term focuses on screening functional movement rather than flexibility, speed, or raw strength, which is why this option is the correct one. The other possibilities aren’t recognized terms for this screening tool and wouldn’t describe what the test measures.