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Define flexion
The narrowing of an angle between two joints
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Define extension
The widening of an angle between 2 joints
2 of 7
Define Rotation
the circular motion around a axis or point
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define abduction
the movement of a limb away from the body
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Define adduction
the movement a limb towards the body part
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Define plantar flexion
Extends the ankle joint
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Define dorsi flexion
raises the foot upwards towards the shin
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Card 2

Front

Define extension

Back

The widening of an angle between 2 joints

Card 3

Front

Define Rotation

Back

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Card 4

Front

define abduction

Back

Preview of the front of card 4

Card 5

Front

Define adduction

Back

Preview of the front of card 5
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