Functional Movement Screen (FMS) - test movement patterns, avoid injuries

Do you exercise regularly but keep feeling the same pain or restrictions?
Then it's worth taking a closer look at your movement quality - with the Functional Movement Screen (FMS).
This standardised movement test uncovers Mobility deficits, asymmetries and muscular imbalances before they lead to complaints.

Your advantages with the Functional Movement Screen:

  • Early detection of restrictions & imbalances

  • Basis for customised, targeted training

  • Ideal for beginners, athletes & rehab patients

  • Objective assessment through standardised movement analysis

  • Preventive, performance-enhancing & therapy-accompanying use

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Very professional, friendly and competent. Thank you very much🤩😍😍
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Brilliant! I went to Lea De Witt and I'd highly recommend her👍!
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Soul Surfer
17 June 2026
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Wonderfully friendly and highly competent physiotherapy in Basel in the Wettstein quarter. The jaw physiotherapy is also highly recommended. I feel very comfortable here and am looked after professionally.
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Jan Felix
12 June 2026
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I had an acute back problem and managed to get some last-minute appointments with Pascal. Although he hardly had any free slots at first, he even gave up his lunch break to help me. I really appreciated that. He was able to help me a lot, and thanks to the exercises, my back has been significantly better ever since. Highly recommended.
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Geraldine Scherzer
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I felt very comfortable and the treatment helped me quickly. Can only recommend PhysioART
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Roberto Mansella
29 January 2026
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Found the therapist to be very obliging, sociable, competent and approachable. Was satisfied... got to know my body better and received tips for further exercises at home.
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Aurelia Marti
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I am a patient at Physio ART and I can only recommend the practice - having had very good experiences. Great team.
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I can wholeheartedly recommend the practice! The entire team is extremely friendly, competent and really takes time for every patient. As soon as you enter you are given a warm welcome, and the atmosphere is pleasant and professional.
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Sophie Jung
20 October 2025
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I have been to see many physiotherapists about my jaw and the only one that truly helped and who I trust is Thomas Reupke
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Mario Scherrer
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Very competent physiotherapy practice. Many thanks, Pascal

Frequently asked questions about the Functional Movement Screen:

The Functional Movement Screen (FMS) is an internationally proven analysis method for the assessment of basic movement patterns.
The aim is to, Quality of movement and functional stability not maximum strength or endurance.

The test includes Seven standardised movement exercisesthat simulate typical everyday or sports movements - for example:

  • deep squat

  • Lunge with rotation

  • Shoulder mobility

  • Leg lift in supine position

  • Plank positions with movement tasks

Each exercise is according to a points system (0-3 points) evaluated. Abnormalities show where there are muscular weaknesses, instabilities or restricted movement - often before pain occurs.

The Functional Movement Screen is suitable for

  • Sports beginners to analyse the basis of movement

  • Athletes for injury prevention and performance optimisation

  • Rehab patients for returning to training and everyday life

  • People with recurring complaints (e.g. back, knee, shoulder)

  • Trainers & therapistswho are looking for an objective measuring instrument

The FMS results help to make training plans more targeted - and to avoid unnecessary strain.

Restricted movement and compensation patterns lead to incorrect strain in the long term - and increase the risk of

  • Joint wear and tear (e.g. knee, hip, shoulder)

  • Tendon irritation & muscle tension

  • Chronic back pain

  • Recurrent sports injuries

With the FMS, these risks can be recognised at an early stage and corrected with targeted exercises. before the complaints arise.

Yes - optimally even! We often use it for training control in rehab.

FTP measures the threshold power, but not:

  • How well you recover

  • How strong your Mental resilience is

  • How efficient your Technology or Cadence is

  • How well your Nutrition Your training supports

A holistic training approach therefore always takes several factors into account.

Your advantages with PhysioArt

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Recognised by health insurance companies:
Our treatments are recognised by all Swiss supplementary insurance companies. If required, we can draw up therapy reports to facilitate co-operation with your doctor and the procurement of prescriptions.

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Central location in Kleinbasel:
Our practice is located directly at Wettsteinplatz - easily accessible, whether by public transport, bicycle or on foot.

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Free use of the training room:
After your physiotherapy session, you are free to use our fully equipped training room - including showers for your comfort.

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Domiciliary treatment at your home:
If it is not possible for you to visit our practice, the doctor treating you may issue a Domicile treatment be prescribed. Physiotherapy is then carried out at your home. We will of course bring the necessary equipment with us.

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Flexibility with appointments:
We offer flexible appointments, even at short notice - ideal for your busy diary. Each appointment can also be cancelled or postponed up to 24 hours in advance.

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No additional costs for special therapies:
Our services are included at no extra charge. We always offer you the best treatment method for your pain therapy, regardless of the cost.

Prices for our Functional Movement Screen

Our personal training is a Private service and is planned individually.

  • 25 minutes: 80 CHF
  • 55 minutes: 160 CHF

We will be happy to advise you if you have any questions about the assumption of costs by your health insurance company or how to book an appointment!

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