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12 Cards in this Set
- Front
- Back
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Flexion |
Bending a joint decreases the angle |
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Extension |
Straightening out a joint increasing the angle |
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Abduction |
Moving parts away from the midline of the body |
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Adduction |
Moving parts towards the midline of the body. (Arms by sides) |
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Supination |
Palm facing up |
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Pronation |
Palm facing down |
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Eversion |
Moving foot so the sole is facing outwards. |
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Inversion |
Moving the foot so the sole is facing inward towards the other leg |
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Dorsiflexion |
Flexing the foot and the ankle |
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Plantar flexions |
Pointing the foot |
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Hyperextension |
Extending a limb beyond normal limits |
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Circumduction |
Moving a joint in a circular motion |
