Single Leg Drop - Unilateral landing mechanics and plyometric
Exercise Overview
Single Leg Drop is a plyometric control exercise that teaches safe unilateral landing mechanics, balance, and force absorption. It is commonly used to improve dynamic knee and hip stability during return-to-running and return-to-sport rehabilitation.
Muscles Involved
Gluteus mediusGluteus maximusQuadricepsHamstringsGastrocnemiusSoleusTibialis anteriorCore stabilizers
Related Conditions
Anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction rehabilitationPatellofemoral pain syndromeKnee valgus movement dysfunctionAnkle instabilityReturn to sport after lower extremity injuryLanding mechanic deficits
