Soc21 - Planes And Axis Flashcards
1
Q
How many planes are there?
A
3
2
Q
Name the planes of motion
A
Sagittal
Frontal
Transverse
3
Q
How many axis are there?
A
3
4
Q
Name the types of axis
A
Frontal
Vertical
Sagittal
5
Q
Define the frontal axis
A
Horizontal line passing body from left to right, allows flexion and extension.
6
Q
Vertical axis
A
Line passing vertically through the body, allows rotation of the body in an upright position
7
Q
Sagittal axis
A
Line passing horizontally through the body from back to front, allows abduction and adduction.
8
Q
Frontal axis
A
Intersects the frontal and transverse planes to allow flexion and extension
