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Slump Test
Summary
What it measures:
The Slump Test is a progressive series of maneuvers designed to provide traction to the lumbar nerve roots and to place the sciatic nerve roots under increasing tension. (1)
Target Population:
The Slump Test is for individuals with radiating pain in a dermatome and with suspicion of lumbar neural/dural involvement, such as disc herniation. (1-3)
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Date: August 7, 2017
Contact: practice@apta.org
Content Type: Test & Measure
Paul Mintken, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist; Anne Reicherter PT, DPT, PhD, Board-Certified Orthopaedic Clinical Specialist.
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