Movement Assessment Technologies (MAT)

Objective testing—so your rehab is guided by data, not guesswork.

Measure Movement. Reduce Risk. Recover with Confidence.

At DakshinRehab in Moosapet, Hyderabad, we follow a simple principle: "measure what matters." Movement Assessment Technologies (MAT) help us capture meaningful, repeatable information about how you move—balance, control, mobility, and symmetry. Instead of relying only on symptoms or subjective observations, we use standardised functional tests to identify the real limiting factors. The result is clarity. You can see where deficits exist, what progress looks like, and what must improve before you increase training, sport, or demanding daily activity. By re-testing, we track change over time and reduce the chance of returning too early or missing hidden compensations that often lead to repeat injuries.

Functional assessment testing on the MAT floor

Why We Don’t Rely on Pain Alone

Feeling better does not always mean you are moving better. Pain can settle even when strength, balance, and control are still below safe levels—especially after injury, time off, or surgery. MAT helps us spot the “quiet” compensations that overload tissues over time and raise re-injury risk. By identifying movement deficits early, we can build a targeted plan before symptoms escalate—so you return to activity with confidence and measurable readiness.

Heel Pain & Plantar Fasciitis

Ankle Sprains & Weak Ankles

Shin Splints

Sports Injury Prevention

Knee, Hip, and Lower Back Pain

Achilles Pain & Injury

Post-Surgical Rehabilitation

Balance Problems in the Elderly

Posture & Gait Problems

Sports Performance Enhancement

"Pain is not an accurate indication of what is going on with your body... it is certainly not the best measure to determine whether you are safe to return to exercise."
— Evidence-Based Movement Assessment Guide

Is MAT Assessment Right For You?

If any of these sound familiar, a movement-based assessment can give you clear next steps.

Do you feel unsure about whether you are truly progressing?
Are you confused about when it is safe to return to sport or training?
Do you want to reduce injury risk before symptoms return?
Are you recovering from surgery (knee, ankle, or foot)?
Do you get recurring ankle sprains, shin splints, or flare-ups?
Are you concerned about balance, stability, or fall risk?

From Observation to Objective, Repeatable Numbers

The MAT® (Movement Assessment Tool™) helps us assess functional movement in upright, real-world patterns—where balance, mobility, and control actually matter. Rather than relying on static checks alone, we use standardised tests that reflect how your body performs during sport, training, and daily demands.

Because results are measurable and repeatable, we can make clearer decisions and communicate them simply: what is limited, what is improving, and what needs work next. This allows us to build a rehabilitation or performance plan based on your data—not a generic protocol.

Key Evidence-Based Tests We Use:

Star Excursion Balance Test (SEBT)
Y-Balance Test (YBT)
Weight Bearing Lunge Test (WBLT)
Hop, Jump, and Squat Tests
Closed Kinetic Chain Upper Extremity Test (CKCUET)

Your results become a baseline we can re-test against—so progress is visible, not assumed.

Our Process

The MAT Assessment Process

3D Movement Testing

We assess movement across all three planes using standardised functional tests (SEBT, Y‑Balance, WBLT, hop and squat patterns). This highlights control, balance strategies, and asymmetries that may not show up during comfortable, pain‑free activity.

Book Assessment

Risk & Readiness Scoring

We quantify results to identify “silent” compensations and estimate injury risk factors. Limb symmetry, reach distances, mobility measures, and task quality help us understand what is overloaded and what is under‑performing.

Our Technologies

Program Design

Your plan is built directly from the findings—mobility, strength, stability, coordination, and load progression. You get clear targets and progress criteria instead of one-size-fits-all exercises.

Re‑Test & Return

We re‑test to confirm improvement and use objective criteria to guide return‑to‑sport or return‑to‑work decisions. Patients in Moosapet and Kukatpally typically prefer this approach because progress is measurable at each stage.

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Your Recovery Roadmap

From Assessment to Activity

A structured progression that turns assessment data into confident, safer return‑to‑sport decisions and long‑term movement consistency.

Phase 1: Baseline

We establish a reliable starting point for balance, mobility, and symmetry so you know exactly where you stand.

Phase 2: Intervention

We address the specific deficits found in testing—mobility restrictions, stability gaps, or control issues—using targeted interventions.

Phase 3: Monitoring

We re‑test at key milestones to confirm progress, adjust loading, and keep the plan effective—without guesswork.

Phase 4: Clearance

Objective measures help confirm readiness for sport, gym training, or work demands—reducing re‑injury risk and improving confidence.

The 3 Steps of a MAT Assessment

A MAT assessment typically includes three core stages:

Step 1: History & Goal Mapping

We understand your injury history, training or work demands, previous rehab, and current symptoms. This clarifies what “success” looks like for you and which movement tasks must be tested.

Step 2: Standardised Functional Testing

We run evidence-based tests for balance, mobility, control, and symmetry (such as Y‑Balance, SEBT, WBLT, and task-specific hop/squat patterns). Scores and movement quality help us identify deficits that increase overload and recurrence risk.

Step 3: Results, Plan & Re‑Test Criteria

You receive a clear summary of findings and a targeted plan with measurable goals. We also define re‑test checkpoints so your progression and return-to-activity decisions are based on objective improvement.

Objective Testing Suite

Technology-Based Assessment Tools

We combine standardised testing with objective reporting—so your program is based on evidence and measurable change.

The MAT® Platform

A valid, evidence-based tool designed to quantitatively assess functional movement in upright tasks.

Functional Tests

We use established standards such as the Star Excursion Balance Test and Weight Bearing Lunge Test to assess readiness.

Objective Data

Clear, reproducible metrics help us track improvement and make more unbiased return‑to‑activity decisions.

Understanding Your Assessment

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Movement Assessment Technologies.