The Navicular Drop Test (NDT) was first described by Brody in 1982 as a means of quantifying the amount of foot pronation in runners. [1] It is the one of the static foot assessment tool and …

First, palpate your patient’s navicular tuberosity and mark it with a pen. To perform the test have your patient sitting or standing and bring the talus into neutral position. Then measure the …

Feb 19, 2025 · The navicular drop test is a method used to assess the degree to which the talus plantar flexes in space on a calcaneus that has been stabilized by the ground, during subtalar …

Purpose: To assess the height of the navicular bone. Test Position: Standing. Performing the Test: First, mark the navicular tuberosity. Next, measure the height of the navicular bone with …

The navicular drop test is a measure to evaluate the function of the medial longitudinal arch, which is important for examination of patients with overuse injuries.

May 7, 2023 · What does a positive navicular drop test mean? A positive test means that there is excessive downward movement of the navicular bone when the foot is placed in a weight …

Measure the distance from the navicular tuberosity to the supporting surface (floor or step) (image A). Ask the patient to relax, allowing the foot to drop naturally and bear weight. Measure the …

Jun 9, 2025 · the Navicular Drop Test is a special test used by physicians and podiatrists to evaluate the height of the navicular in patients with suspected foot drop.

The results of a biomechanical test can be used to highlight the pathomechanics of patient symptoms. In addition, they can be used to determine the most appropriate orthotic and …

Jul 29, 2022 · The navicular drop test is a clinical test that measures how much the navicular bone in the foot drops between neutral position and relaxed or between relaxed and full …