Ohlsen Joint movements

Front

What is supination?

Back

Supination is the rotational movement of the forearm that turns the palm upward or forward.

Front

What is hyperextension?

Back

Hyperextension is the extension of a joint beyond its normal range of motion.

Front

What is rotation in joint movements?

Back

Rotation is the movement of a body part around its own axis.

Front

What is adduction?

Back

Adduction is the movement of a limb toward the midline of the body.

Front

What is abduction?

Back

Abduction is the movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

Front

What is dorsiflexion?

Back

Dorsiflexion is the movement that brings the foot closer to the shin.

Front

What is plantar flexion?

Back

Plantar flexion is the movement that points the toes away from the shin.

Front

What is circumduction?

Back

Circumduction is a circular movement of a limb that combines flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

Front

What is eversion?

Back

Eversion is the movement of the sole of the foot away from the midline.

Front

What is opposition?

Back

Opposition is the movement that brings the thumb and little finger together.