In each assessment, you will be actively moving parts of the body and comparing the motion from one side to the other.
You want to look for the following:
- Symmetry: is there a difference in motion between the two sides or movement
- Smoothness: is there a difference in how easy, fluid or smooth the motion is between the two sides or movements
- Range of Motion: was the motion a good amount or small amount
If there is an asymmetry, lack of smoothness on one or both sides, and/or an overall minimal of range of motion on both sides, this can be an indication of a lack of activation causing poor mobility.
