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Descriptive Terms for Joint Range of Motion

Knowledge of terms used to describe joint range of motion is essential to conduct a neuromuscular assessment and to document findings accurately.
AB
rotationmove bone around its longitudinal axis
supinationturn palm up
abductionmove away from midline
flexiondecrease the angle of a joint
pronationturn palm down
extensionincrease the angle of a joint
dorsiflexionelevate the foot
adductionmove closer to midline
plantar flexionpoint the toes

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