Movement Terminology Set 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Elevation
A
Upwards movement of a body part
2
Q
Depression
A
Downwards movement of a body part
3
Q
Protraction
A
Forwards movement of a body part
4
Q
Retraction
A
Backwards movement of a body part.
5
Q
Planter flexion
A
Pointing the toes downwards
6
Q
Dorsi Flexion
A
Pointing the toes upwards.
7
Q
Probation
A
Rotation of the palm of hand to face downwards
8
Q
Supination
A
Rotation of the palm of hand to face upwards
9
Q
Inversion
A
Moving the sole of the foot to move inwards.
10
Q
Eversion
A
Moving the sold of the foot to face outwards.
