types of movement Flashcards by abel Roby

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what is flexion

A

bending a joint below 90 degrees

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what is extension

A

fully extending a joint

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what is abduction

A

movement of a limb away from your body

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what is adduction

A

movement of a limb towards from your body

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Q

what is rotation

A

when a limb moves in a circular motion

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Q

what is plantar flexion

A

pointing toes down

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what is dorsi flexion

A

pointing toes up

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