The Hop & Stop test is a quantitative field test that is designed to measure force production, force absorption, and assymetries of the lower body. Originally created by Dr. Paul Juris for the general fitness population back in the early 1990's, it has since been applied to the world of sport.
Below is an audio interview with Jeremy Boone and Dr. Paul Juris on the history of the Hop & Stop and it's application to the world of sport:
Download the 'Hop & Stop' ScoreSheet
Rlick click on the icon and select 'Save As'
Download the 'Hop & Stop' Data Sheet
Right click on the icon and select 'Save As'
Here is the original abstract of the article published in the JOSPT:
A Dynamic Test of Lower Extremity Function Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
Paul M. Juris, Edward M. Phillips, Chantell Dalpe, Christina Edwards, Robert S. Gotlin, Daniel J. Kane
It is essential to assess the functional status of patients with surgically reconstructed and rehabilitated anterior cruciate ligaments prior to discharge. This study established a testing paradigm for functional force production and absorption. Data were obtained from 100 healthy subjects for maximal hops, controlled leaps, and hopping and leaping symmetry. Only 10% of symptomatic patients met maximal hopping criteria, while 15% achieved controlled leaping norms. Ninety-five percent of these patients failed to reach both hopping and leaping symmetry norms. Asymptomatic patients were 63% successful in meeting hopping criteria, and 57% were successful in meeting leaping criteria. Hop symmetry and leap symmetry were achieved at rates of 70% and 60%, respectively. The performance of both groups fell significantly below that of normal subjects (p < .05). Data suggest that this protocol does accurately assess functional and dysfunctional knees, and that force absorption may be more critical than force production in the determination of functional capacity.
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1997;26(4):184-191.
Here is a new study titled 'The Effects of High Intensity Training on the Cybex Arc Trainer on Funcational Capacity in Moderately Fit Men' done by my good friend Scott Moody, founder of the Center of Athletic Performance. Specifically he looks at a protocol on the Cybex Arc Trainer and it's effects on the Hop & Stop test. There is some really interesting information here that I hope you enjoy!
Click Here to Download the Study
Hop & Stop Teleclinic
Below is the audio from a recent teleclinic on using the Hop & Stop test. There is a ton of great information hear so be sure and grab your pen and notepad!
The Hop & Stop test is a quantitative field test that is designed to measure force production, force absorption, and assymetries of the lower body. Originally created by Dr. Paul Juris for the general fitness population back in the early 1990's, it has since been applied to the world of sport.
Below is an audio interview with Jeremy Boone and Dr. Paul Juris on the history of the Hop & Stop and it's application to the world of sport:
Download the 'Hop & Stop' ScoreSheet
Rlick click on the icon and select 'Save As'
Download the 'Hop & Stop' Data Sheet
Right click on the icon and select 'Save As'
Here is the original abstract of the article published in the JOSPT:
A Dynamic Test of Lower Extremity Function Following Anterior Cruciate Ligament Reconstruction and Rehabilitation
Paul M. Juris, Edward M. Phillips, Chantell Dalpe, Christina Edwards, Robert S. Gotlin, Daniel J. Kane
It is essential to assess the functional status of patients with surgically reconstructed and rehabilitated anterior cruciate ligaments prior to discharge. This study established a testing paradigm for functional force production and absorption. Data were obtained from 100 healthy subjects for maximal hops, controlled leaps, and hopping and leaping symmetry. Only 10% of symptomatic patients met maximal hopping criteria, while 15% achieved controlled leaping norms. Ninety-five percent of these patients failed to reach both hopping and leaping symmetry norms. Asymptomatic patients were 63% successful in meeting hopping criteria, and 57% were successful in meeting leaping criteria. Hop symmetry and leap symmetry were achieved at rates of 70% and 60%, respectively. The performance of both groups fell significantly below that of normal subjects (p < .05). Data suggest that this protocol does accurately assess functional and dysfunctional knees, and that force absorption may be more critical than force production in the determination of functional capacity.
J Orthop Sports Phys Ther. 1997;26(4):184-191.
Here is a new study titled 'The Effects of High Intensity Training on the Cybex Arc Trainer on Funcational Capacity in Moderately Fit Men' done by my good friend Scott Moody, founder of the Center of Athletic Performance. Specifically he looks at a protocol on the Cybex Arc Trainer and it's effects on the Hop & Stop test. There is some really interesting information here that I hope you enjoy!
Click Here to Download the Study
Hop & Stop Teleclinic
Below is the audio from a recent teleclinic on using the Hop & Stop test. There is a ton of great information hear so be sure and grab your pen and notepad!