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11th Grade
03/29/2009

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Term

Adduction

Definition
Movement Toward The Midline
Term
Abduction
Definition
Movement Toward The Midline
Term
Flexion
Definition
Closure Of A Joint Angle, Or Reduction Of The Angle Between Two Bones
Term
Extension
Definition
Straightening Of A Joint Or An Increase
Term
Hyperflexion (Hyperextension)
Definition

Occurs When A Joint Is Flexed Or Extended Too Far

Term
Supination
Definition
The Act Of Rotating The Limb Or Body Part So That The Palmar Surface Is Turned Upward
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Pronation
Definition
The Act Of Rotating The Limb Or Body Part So That The Palmar Surface Is Turned Downward
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Rotation
Definition
Circular Movement Around An Axis
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