When you last assessed someone, did you find weak links affecting overall function?

The use of a movement-based assessment model can help identify weak links affecting overall function.

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The inter-rater reliability depends on training. Intra-and inter-rater reliability of categorical scoring and criterion checklist scoring of the ten fundamental movements of the SFMA was higher in raters with greater experience.

References:

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Busch, A. M., Clifton, D. R., Onate, J. A., Ramsey, V. K., & Cromartie, F. (2017). RELATIONSHIP OF PRESEASON MOVEMENT SCREENS WITH OVERUSE SYMPTOMS IN COLLEGIATE BASEBALL PLAYERS. Int J Sports Phys Ther, 12(6), 960-966.

Riebel, M., Crowell, M., Dolbeer, J., Szymanek, E., & Goss, D. (2017). CORRELATION OF SELF-REPORTED OUTCOME MEASURES AND THE SELECTIVE FUNCTIONAL MOVEMENT ASSESSMENT (SFMA): AN EXPLORATION OF VALIDITY. Int J Sports Phys Ther, 12(6), 931-947.