Muscle Movements Definitions Flashcards
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What is the definition of Flexion?

  • Movement toward the midline
  • Rotation of the palm and forearm from facing down to facing up
  • Increase in angle of a joint
  • Decrease in angle of a joint (correct)
  • What is the opposite of Flexion?

    Extension

    What does Lateral Flexion involve?

    Bending the trunk or spine laterally away from the midline

    What is the definition of Extension?

    <p>Increases the angle of a joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Hyperextension?

    <p>Continue the extension past anatomical position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of Adduction?

    <p>Movement toward the midline</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of Adduction?

    <p>Abduction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Pronation refer to?

    <p>Rotation of the palm and forearm from facing up to facing down</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Supination involve?

    <p>Rotation of the palm and forearm from facing down to facing up</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Dorsiflexion?

    <p>Bending the foot backwards or up toward the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Inversion mean?

    <p>Twisting movement of the foot that turns the sole inward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Eversion?

    <p>Twisting movement of the foot that turns the sole outward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Plantar Flexion involve?

    <p>Bending the foot or hand forward or away from the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Rotation refer to in muscle movements?

    <p>A bone or whole limb rotates around an axis or joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Circumduction?

    <p>Movement of a limb or extremity to the dorsal end makes a circle while the proximal end stays in place</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Protraction involve?

    <p>Moving a body part forward</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of Protraction?

    <p>Retraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Elevation mean?

    <p>Upward movement of a body part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the opposite of Elevation?

    <p>Depression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Muscle Movements Overview

    • Flexion: Decreases the angle of a joint; opposite is extension. Example: bending the elbow to bring hand toward the body.

    • Extension: Increases the angle of a joint; opposite is flexion. Example: straightening a bent arm at the elbow.

    • Hyperextension: Extending a joint past its anatomical position, often limited by ligaments or soft tissues. Example: looking up at the ceiling to hyperextend the neck.

    Lateral Movements

    • Lateral Flexion: Bending the trunk or spine sideways away from the midline. Example: tilting the head to the side while standing straight.

    • Adduction: Movement of a body part toward the midline; opposite is abduction. Example: raising the arm perpendicular to the side of the body.

    • Abduction: Movement of a body part away from the midline; opposite is adduction. Example: returning the arm to the side position.

    Rotational Movements

    • Pronation: Rotation of the palm and forearm from facing upwards to downwards; opposite is supination.

    • Supination: Rotation of the palm and forearm from facing downwards to upwards; opposite is pronation.

    • Rotation: A bone or limb turns around an axis or joint. Example: rotating the head from left to right.

    Foot Movements

    • Dorsiflexion: Bending the foot upwards toward the body, decreasing space between toes and shin.

    • Inversion: Twisting the foot to turn the sole inward; opposite is eversion.

    • Eversion: Twisting the foot to turn the sole outward; opposite is inversion.

    • Plantar Flexion: Bending the foot or hand forward away from the body, increasing space between toes and shin.

    Circular and Linear Movements

    • Circumduction: A limb moves in a circle while the proximal end stays fixed. Example: making large circles with an outstretched arm while the shoulder remains stationary.

    Movement of Body Parts

    • Protraction: Moving a body part forward; opposite is retraction. Example: pushing the jaw forward as if under-biting.

    • Retraction: Moving a body part backward; opposite is protraction. Example: pulling the jaw backward as if over-biting.

    • Elevation: Upward movement of a body part; opposite is depression. Example: closing the jaw or lifting the shoulders.

    • Depression: Downward movement of a body part; opposite is elevation. Example: opening the jaw wide or shrugging the shoulders.

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    Explore key terms related to muscle movements through this set of flashcards. Each card provides a definition and example for important concepts such as flexion, lateral flexion, and extension. Perfect for students studying anatomy or physical education!

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