Recent advancements in functional movement analysis.

Abstract

The purpose of this paper is to describe the concept of Functional Movement Analysis (FMA) and review the recent advancements pertaining to the clinical application of FMA. After a brief introduction to the concept of FMA, the role computers have played in FMA development is presented. A generalized movement measurement technique is introduced along with the resulting benefits associated with the implementation of body segment based coordinate systems. Finally, the role of mechanical power estimates and movement synthesis techniques in the future maturation of FMA is considered.