Joint Movements Flashcards
1
Q
Abduction
A
moving away from the midline
2
Q
Adduction
A
moving toward midline
3
Q
Flexion
A
decrease the angle
4
Q
Extension
A
Increase the angle
5
Q
Plantarflexion
A
top of toes point away from leg
6
Q
Dorsiflexion
A
raising foot upwards towards the shin