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Which of the following movements occurs when the toes are pointed downward?
Which of the following movements occurs when the toes are pointed downward?
- Dorsiflexion
- Eversion
- Plantar flexion (correct)
- Inversion
What is the term for the movement that brings a limb away from the midline of the body?
What is the term for the movement that brings a limb away from the midline of the body?
- Circumduction
- Abduction (correct)
- Flexion
- Adduction
Which joint allows for the greatest range of motion in the body?
Which joint allows for the greatest range of motion in the body?
- Hip joint
- Knee joint
- Elbow joint
- Shoulder joint (correct)
Which of the following best describes the function of the skeleton in relation to movement?
Which of the following best describes the function of the skeleton in relation to movement?
What is the correct term for the process of straightening the knee?
What is the correct term for the process of straightening the knee?
Flashcards
Bones in the knee joint
Bones in the knee joint
The knee joint is formed by the femur, tibia, and patella.
Hinge joints examples
Hinge joints examples
Hinge joints allow movement in one direction, like a door hinge. Examples are elbow, knee, and ankle.
Shoulder joint movements
Shoulder joint movements
Shoulder joints allow a wide range of movements, including flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation, and circumduction.
Plantar flexion definition
Plantar flexion definition
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Straightening the knee term
Straightening the knee term
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Study Notes
Study Hint
- Be aware of the question's specific number of answers required
- e.g., if the question asks for "two bones in the elbow joint," only the first two answers will be accepted.
Activity 3
- Describe possible movements at various joints (shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle)
Practice Questions
- Question 5: Explain the difference between plantar flexion and dorsiflexion.
- Question 6: Define the correct term for straightening the knee.
- Question 7: Explain abduction and adduction differences.
- Question 8: Evaluate the structure of the hip and shoulder joints, considering range of movement and stability in a team sport like netball.
Summary
- The skeleton functions as a framework for movement
- Skeletal movements occur at synovial joints (shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, ankle)
- Muscles pull on bones to cause these movements.
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Description
Test your knowledge on the movements at various joints including the shoulder, elbow, hip, knee, and ankle. This quiz covers key concepts such as plantar flexion, dorsiflexion, and the structural differences between joints in relation to sports activities like netball.
