Movement Terms Specific To The Thumb Flashcards
1
Q
Abduction
A
Taking thumb anteriorly away from palm
2
Q
Abduction
A
Adding thumb back to palm after abduction
3
Q
Extension
A
Taking thumb laterally away from palm
4
Q
Flexion
A
Folding thumb across palm
5
Q
Opposition
A
Like pinching
6
Q
Reposition
A
Spreading thumb out again after closing
