Axis of Rotation

Question 1

Axis of rotation is an imaginary line that projects through the pivot or rotation point in a joint.

Answer 1

Anterior -Posterior Axis : an imaginary line running from anterior to posterior and perpendicular to the frontal plane.

Question 2

Axis of rotation is an imaginary line that projects through the pivot or rotation point in a joint.

Answer 2

Medial-Lateral Axis or transverse : an imaginary line running from right to left and perpendicular to sagittal plane.

Question 3

Axis of rotation is an imaginary line that projects through the pivot or rotation point in a joint.

Answer 3

Longitudinal Axis : an imaginary line running from top to bottom and perpendicular to transverse plane.