Planes of Movement

Question 1

Planes of Movement

Answer 1

Anatomical lines through which our body moves in space. Defined in three planes.

Question 2

Frontal Plane

Answer 2

Passes through the body from the left to the right. Divides the body into anterior and posterior parts. E.g. shoulder abduction.

Question 3

Transverse Plane

Answer 3

Passes through the body parallel to the ground. Divides the body into superior and inferior parts. E.g. spinal rotation.

Question 4

Sagittal Plane

Answer 4

Passes through the body”s midline. Divides the body into left and right parts. Forward and backwards movements, e.g. hip flexion.