Drop Jump Landing Test

Movement Screen

Landing assessment to observe dynamic knee valgus and control.

Purpose

Screen for Drop Jump Landing findings.

Execution

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

Key Observations

• Valgus control on landing
• Bilateral symmetry
• Impact absorption

Views

• frontal

Protocol

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

Reference

Timothy Hewett et al.