Protraction is the anatomical term of motion for anterior movement of the arms at the shoulders.
It is the opposite of retraction.
The major muscles involved include: [1][2]
Protraction is the movement of an anatomical part of the body forward (anteriorly). This can include the shoulders, jaw, pelvis, etc.
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