An understanding of the common compensation patterns seen with the functional movement tests resulting in recurrent muscle tightness/hypertonicity and how this leads to inefficient movement patterns will be outlined for the lower quarter. A thorough assessment of muscle length, neurotension influences and joint mobility restrictions involving the spine, pelvis, hip and lower extremity are described. Treatment strategies for each of these influences are addressed through illustrated manual stretching and mobilization techniques, each of which is followed by a self-directed home exercise program.