Movement at joints 1 Flashcards
1
Q
Where do flexion and extension occur?
A
Ball ans socket
hinge
condyloid
2
Q
What is flexion?
A
When the angle at a joint decreases
3
Q
What is an example of flexion?
A
At the knee when the player is preparing to kick a football. The lower part of your leg gets closer to the upper part of your leg as the angle at the joint decreases.
Long jump
4
Q
What is extension?
A
When the angle at a joint increases.
5
Q
Apply extension to a sport.
A
When following through after kicking the ball. Lower part of the leg gets further from upper part as the angle increases.
Long jump - After you bend your knees and jump, you extend your leg with power or more momentum and will make u gain more height.
6
Q
What is the main range of movement possible at the ankle joint?
A
Extension and Flexion
