1. Client seated upright just hanging over the bed or chair, with their hands behind their back.
2. Client then asked to ‘slump’ flex upper part and lower part of spine this is followed by the next flexed forward.
3. Therapist then places hand upon their head (top of). Informing client exactly what they are doing.
4. Therapist then instructs client to perform knee extension (straighten leg) and bring the toes towards themselves (dorsiflexion.). Asking client if they feel any pain or discomfort.
5. If pain and discomfort increase during the ‘slump’ test (slumping part) then this would be considered positive.

Here Darren, our level 4 Sports Massage Tutor puts it into practice!

Within the sports massage the slump test is a vital component of a client assessment. In the Level 4 qualification you will learn many special tests that will aid with treatment planning. If you are interested in a career in the fitness industry, why not visit Body Aid Solutions today.