types of movement Flashcards
1
Q
what is the definition of flexion
A
when the angle at a joint is decreased
2
Q
what is the definition of extension
A
when the angle at a joint is increased
3
Q
what is abduction
A
when a limb moves away from the midline
4
Q
what is adduction
A
when a limb is bought back towards the midline of the body
5
Q
what is rotation
A
a twisting action where part of the body twists around its long axis
6
Q
what is circumduction
A
a circular motion where a limb extends from a joint
