Inversion and Eversion | Plantarflexion and Dorsiflexion of the Foot

This video tutorial explains the movements of the foot, focusing on inversion, eversion, plantar flexion, and dorsiflexion. Inversion involves pointing the foot towards the body's midline, while eversion is the opposite, pointing the foot away from the midline. Plantar flexion refers to pointing the foot downward towards the sole, and dorsiflexion involves pointing the foot upward towards the dorsum. The video provides a clear and concise explanation of these movements, helping viewers understand the basic anatomy and function of the foot.

What is the movement called when the foot is pointed towards the midline of the body?

• Inversion

• Plantar Flexion

• Eversion

• Dorsiflexion

Which movement involves pointing the foot away from the midline?

• Dorsiflexion

• Eversion

• Plantar Flexion

• Inversion

What is the term for pointing the foot downwards towards the sole?

• Dorsiflexion

• Eversion

• Inversion

• Plantar Flexion

Which movement describes pointing the foot upwards towards the dorsum?

• Eversion

• Dorsiflexion

• Plantar Flexion

• Inversion

In the review, which movement is described as pointing the foot away from the body's midline?

• Eversion

• Inversion

• Plantar Flexion

• Dorsiflexion