Rom Flashcards
1
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Abduction-moving a body part away from the midline of the body
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2
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Adduction-moving a body part toward the midline of the body
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3
Q
Extension-straightening a body part
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4
Q
Flexion-bending a body part
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5
Q
Hyperextension-straightening a body part excessively
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6
Q
Dorsiflexion-bending the toes and foot up at the ankle
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7
Q
Rotation-turning the joint
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8
Q
Internal rotation-turning the joint inward
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9
Q
External rotation-turning the joint outward
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10
Q
Plantar flexion-bending the foot down at the ankle
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11
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Pronation-turning downward
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12
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Supination-turning upward
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