Body Movement Flashcards
1
Q
Flexion
A
Decrease in joint angle between a proximal and distal body part e.g. bending the elbow
2
Q
Extension
A
Increase in joint angle between a proximal and distal body part e.g. straightening the elbow
3
Q
Hyperextension
A
Extension of a limb beyond its normal limits
4
Q
Abduction
A
sideways movement away from the body
5
Q
Adduction
A
Sideways movement toward the midline
6
Q
Medial rotation
A
roll inwards towards the midline
7
Q
Lateral rotation
A
roll outwards away from the midline
8
Q
Circumduction
A
Circular type motion seen in the hip/shoulder
