What does the Functional Mobility Assessment evaluate?

The Functional Mobility Assessment is designed to evaluate an individual's mobility skills and their ability to function independently within their environment. This assessment focuses on practical mobility tasks and how well a person can navigate various settings—both indoors and outdoors—while taking into account their personal safety, efficiency, and effectiveness in movement.

Through this assessment, practitioners can identify specific areas in which an individual may require support or improvement regarding their mobility. It emphasizes the importance of being able to move confidently and safely in different contexts, which is essential for achieving greater independence.

Although social interactions, emotional responses, academic performance in mobility-related tasks, and cognitive abilities related to orientation are important aspects of an individual's development, they are not the primary focus of the Functional Mobility Assessment. This assessment specifically hones in on the tangible skills required for mobility and the overall functional independence of the individual.