Movement Terms Specific To The Forearm

Question 1

Pronation

Answer 1

Anterior surface of the forearm rotates such that the palm of the hand faces posteriorly

Question 2

Supination

Answer 2

The forearm rotates from the pronated position back into the anatomical position

Question 3

Semi-prone

Answer 3

Position of forearm & hand midway between the supine and prone positions