Selective Functional Movement Assessment
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San Diego's Premier Rehabilitation Practice
The Selective Functional Movement Assessment is a systematic evaluation that breaks down your movement patterns to identify the root cause of your pain – even when it's nowhere near the spot that's screaming at you.
Why SFMA changes everything about your recovery:
- Finds the source, not the symptom – Systematically tests movement patterns to identify what's actually driving your pain, not just what's reacting to it
- Eliminates guesswork – Clear, measurable assessment that tells us exactly what's restricted, what's compensating, and what needs to be addressed first
- Guides your entire plan – Every treatment decision flows from what this assessment reveals about how your body moves (or doesn't)
- Tracks real progress – We reassess throughout care to prove your movement is improving, not just that pain is decreasing
Selective Functional Movement Assessment
finding the why
Dr. Yanez will guide you through a series of functional movement tests – squatting, bending, reaching, rotating, single-leg movements – basic patterns your body does every day. But he's not just watching. He's systematically identifying where your movement breaks down and why.
Some movements will feel normal. Others will reveal restrictions, asymmetries, or pain you didn't realize was there.
When a movement pattern is limited, we break it down further – is it a mobility problem (can't move it) or a stability problem (can't control it)? Is it the joint, the muscle, or the nervous system? The assessment follows a logical tree that narrows down to the exact dysfunction causing your issue.
common conditions
Pain that moves around or doesn't respond to targeted treatment
Recurrent injuries in the same spot
Limited mobility with unclear cause
Compensation patterns creating pain far from the original injury
Post-injury movement dysfunction that persists after pain is gone
Performance plateaus from unidentified movement restrictions
What to expect
our PROCESS
Free Discovery Call
We'll talk through what's going on, what you've already tried, and whether we're the right fit. No pressure—just honest conversation about whether we can help.
Complimentary Discovery Visit
If it makes sense to move forward, we meet face-to-face. We'll discuss your goals, run a movement screening, and identify what's really causing the issue. This is where we start connecting the dots.
New Patient Evaluation
This is our first paid session—a deep dive into the root cause. Full exam, hands-on treatment, and a preview of how your body responds to care. You'll leave knowing exactly what your recovery roadmap looks like.
GETTING STARTED IS SIMPLE.
STAYING ON TRACK IS even EASIER.
30 min
Build Your Plan Together
Based on your goals, our findings, and how you responded to treatment, we create your personalized plan. Clear timeline. Clear expectations. Zero guesswork.
STAYING ON TRACK IS EASIER.
THE QUESTIONS YOU'RE
actually asking
Everything you need to know about getting started and what makes our approach work.
actually asking
Chiropractic care addresses how your body moves and functions as a whole. We use hands-on techniques—including adjustments, soft tissue work, and movement training—to restore mobility, reduce pain, and improve performance. An adjustment is a precise, controlled movement applied to a joint to restore range of motion and optimize function. But it's just one tool in our approach. We combine chiropractic with rehabilitation strategies to solve problems at the source, not just chase symptoms.
We're not a "crack and go" clinic. Every session is one-on-one for a full 60 minutes—just you and Dr. Yanez. That time allows us to dig into the root cause of your issue and apply multiple techniques tailored to how you move and what you need to accomplish. You're not getting cookie-cutter exercises or temporary relief. You're getting a comprehensive game plan that bridges rehabilitation and performance. The goal isn't just pain-free—it's getting you back to doing what you love, stronger than before. Everything you need to reach that goal is included in your personalized plan of care.
Chiropractic care is safe and shouldn't hurt. Some patients feel mild soreness the next day as their body adapts to changes in movement and tissue—similar to how you might feel after a solid workout. That tenderness typically resolves within 24-48 hours. We meet you where you're at and adjust our approach based on your comfort level.
Not even close. Adjustments are just one piece of the puzzle. We use Graston technique, cupping, dynamic taping, joint mobilization, myofascial release, functional strength training, movement assessment, and more. Your plan includes whatever tools you need to solve the problem—not what fits into a predetermined template. That's the difference between managing symptoms and actually fixing what's broken.
We're a cash-based practice, which means we're not limited by insurance restrictions on how we treat you. You pay for your personalized plan of care, and everything you need to reach your goals is included—no surprise bills, no fighting with your insurance for approval on techniques that actually work.
We provide a superbill—a detailed receipt you can submit to your insurance for potential reimbursement. This gives you the freedom to have that conversation with your insurer while we focus on giving you the highest quality care without compromise. Our commitment is to you, not your insurance company's bottom line.
We'll tell you exactly that after your first evaluation. Based on your condition, how your body responds to treatment, and what you're trying to achieve, we'll map out a clear plan—"It's going to take X visits to tackle your problem."
Your job is simple: show up and follow the plan. Our job is to get you there. Some patients need 6 sessions, others need 12+ seassions—it all depends on the complexity of your issue and your goals. But you'll know the roadmap before you commit, not months into treatment.
