Types of movement 0.0 / 5 ? Physical EducationSkeletal system - bones and jointsGCSEEdexcel Created by: Conor D'AndradeCreated on: 05-05-13 17:35 Flexion The angle at the joint decreases 1 of 7 Extension The angle at the joint increases 2 of 7 Abduction The movement of a limb away from the midline of the body 3 of 7 Adduction The movement of a limb towards the midline of the body 4 of 7 Rotation Making a circular movement 5 of 7 Dorsiflexion When the toes are brought closer to the shin or pointed up towards the body 6 of 7 Plantarflexion When the toes are moved away from the shin or pointed away from the body 7 of 7
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