Movements of the body Flashcards by tom tanner | Brainscape

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What is the meaning of flexion?

A

To bend a limb

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What is the meaning of extension?

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To straighten a limb

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What is the meaning of Abduction?

A

To move a limb away from the mid line

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What is the meaning of adduction?

A

To bring a limb towards the mid line

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What is the meaning of medial rotation?

A

To rotate a joint inwards

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What is the meaning of lateral rotation

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to rotate a joint outwards

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