How_Do_We_Move_Anatomy (2) Flashcards
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Define anatomical position
The standard position of the body used as a reference point in anatomy, typically standing upright with arms at the sides and palms facing forward.
This position allows for clear communication regarding body orientation and movement.
What does ‘superior’ mean in anatomical terms?
Above
Often used to describe the location of body parts relative to others.
What does ‘inferior’ mean in anatomical terms?
Below
This term helps indicate the position of body parts in relation to one another.
What does ‘anterior’ mean in anatomical terms?
Front
This term is used to describe the location of body parts that are towards the front of the body.
What does ‘posterior’ mean in anatomical terms?
Back
Used to indicate the position of body parts that are towards the back of the body.
What does ‘medial’ mean?
Toward midline
This term is used to describe the position of body parts relative to the midline of the body.
What does ‘lateral’ mean?
Away from midline
It describes the position of body parts that are further from the center of the body.
What does ‘proximal’ mean?
Closer to attachment point
Used to describe the position of limbs relative to their point of attachment to the body.
What does ‘distal’ mean?
Further from attachment point
This term is often used in the context of limbs or extremities.
What does ‘superficial’ mean?
Toward surface
It refers to structures that are closer to the skin or surface of the body.
What does ‘deep’ mean?
Further inside
This term indicates structures that are away from the body surface.
What is the mediolateral axis?
Side to side (movement in sagittal plane)
This axis is relevant for movements like flexion and extension.
What is the anteroposterior axis?
Front to back (movement in frontal plane)
Important for movements like abduction and adduction.
What is the longitudinal axis?
Top to bottom (movement in transverse plane)
This axis is involved in rotational movements.
Define flexion
A movement that decreases the angle between two body parts (e.g. bending the elbow).
This term is commonly used in relation to joint movements.
Define extension
A movement that increases the angle between two body parts (e.g. straightening the knee).
Extension is the opposite of flexion.
Define abduction
Movement of a body part away from the midline of the body (e.g. raising the arm sideways).
This movement is often seen in exercises that involve lateral movements.
Define adduction
Movement of a body part toward the midline (e.g. lowering the arm back to the side).
Adduction is the opposite of abduction.
Define internal rotation
Rotating a limb toward the midline of the body (e.g. turning the thigh inward).
This movement is important in various sports and physical activities.
Define external rotation
Rotating a limb away from the midline (e.g. turning the arm outward).
This is often seen in activities like throwing or swinging.
Define dorsiflexion
Flexing the ankle so the toes move upward toward the shin.
This movement is essential for walking and running.
Define plantarflexion
Extending the ankle so the toes point downward (e.g. standing on tiptoes).
Plantarflexion is crucial for activities like jumping.
Define supination
Rotation of the forearm or foot so the palm or sole faces up (e.g. holding a bowl of soup).
This term is often used in relation to wrist and ankle movements.
Define pronation
Rotation of the forearm or foot so the palm or sole faces down.
Pronation is the opposite of supination.
