Movement At A Joint Flashcards
1
Q
Abduction
A
Movement away from mid-line of body
Occurs- hip and shoulder
2
Q
Adduction
A
Movement toward the mid-line of body
Occurs- hip and shoulder
3
Q
Plantar flexion
A
Movement of foot pointing down
4
Q
Dorsi-flexion
A
Movement of foot pointing upward
5
Q
Circumduction
A
Allows 360 degree movement
6
Q
Flexion
A
Occurs at elbow, shoulder, knee and hip
Bending movements
7
Q
Extension
A
Straightening movements
Occurs at knee elbow hip and shoulder