Types of Movement Flashcards by Brittany Shabazz | Brainscape

Q

Flexion

A

Close joint

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Extension

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Open joint

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Abduction

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Away from midline

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Adduction

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Toward midline

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Circumduction

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Twirling movement (making circles)

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Rotation

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Twist on axis

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Lateral flexion/bending

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Bend to side

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