Terms for Movement Flashcards by Hannah Soliman

Q

Flexion

A

Bending the joint (sagittal plane)

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Extension

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Straightening of the joint (Sagittal plane)

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Abduction

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Moving away from median plane (Coronal plane)

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Lateral Flexion

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Movement of spine (Coronal Plane)

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Supination

A

Forearm movement (Palm upwards)

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Pronation

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Forearm movement (Palm down)

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Protraction

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Moving towards front (Anterioroly)

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Retraction

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Moving towards back (Posteriorly)

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Elevation

A

Upward movement

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Depression

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Downward movement

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Adduction

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Moving towards median plane (Coronal Plane)

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