Movement Types Flashcards
1
Q
What does flexion do to the joint
A
It makes it smaller
2
Q
What does extension do the joint
A
It makes the joint larger
3
Q
What does abduction do the limb
A
Moves the limb sideways AWAY from the body
4
Q
What does adduction of the limb
A
It moves it inwards TOWARDS the body
5
Q
What is rotation
A
A twisting moment
6
Q
What is circumduction- limb
A
Full circle of the limb
7
Q
What is planter flexion
A
Pointing/ up on your toes
8
Q
What is Dorsiflextion
A
Where feet are flat
9
Q
What is lateral
A
Outwards
10
Q
Medial
A
Inwards
