Drop Jump Landing Test

Purpose

Screen for Drop Jump Landing findings.

Execution

1. 1Stand on a box at a standardized height
2. 2Step off and land with both feet
3. 3Immediately perform a controlled vertical jump
4. 4Observe landing mechanics on the second landing
5. 5Repeat for multiple trials

Key Observations

• Valgus control on landing
• Bilateral symmetry
• Impact absorption

Views

• frontal

Protocol

1. 1Observe from: frontal.
2. 2Standardize start position and instructions.
3. 3Perform 2-3 trials per side when applicable.
4. 4Record key observations and any positive indicators.
5. 5Compare left vs right when applicable.

Reference

Timothy Hewett et al.