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Is flex and extend the same?
no. flexing is deceasing the angle (e.g bending knee) extending is straightening something. (e.g. straightening knee)
What term is used when increasing the angle between 2 bones or straightening of the limb?
The term used for increasing the angle between two bones or straightening a limb is "extension." This movement occurs at various joints in the body, such as the elbow or knee, and typically involves straightening a flexed limb to return it to a more extended position.
What does a knee joint do?
In addition to simple flexion (bending) and extension (straightening) movements, the knee joint is designed to allow for rotation, gliding, and rolling movements.
Does the quadriceps femoris group flex or extend the leg?
The quadriceps femoris group extends the leg at the knee joint. It is responsible for straightening the knee and kicking movements.
What type of rotation occurs when you perform knee extension?
Knee extension is primarily a sagittal plane movement that involves extension of the knee joint, resulting in straightening of the leg. It does not involve any specific type of rotation.
What are some examples of movements that involve flexion and extension?
Some examples of movements that involve flexion and extension include bending and straightening the elbow, bending and straightening the knee, and bending forward and backward at the waist.
Where in the body is the knee joint located?
The knee joint is located in the leg at the knee. It is a type of hinge joint.
What direction does the knee move in?
The knee moves forward and backward in a hinge-like motion, allowing for flexion (bending) and extension (straightening) of the leg. It also allows for a small amount of rotation when the knee is partially bent.
Which type of of movement bends the knee and brings the lower leg backward?
Extension. Extension increases an angle, as in straightening a joint. During extension, the knee or elbow are straightened.
What is the medical term for runner's knee?
The medical term for runner's knee is patellofemoral pain syndrome.
What is the medical term meaning visual examination of a knee joint?
Knee arthroscopy is the medical term meaning visual examination of the inside of the knee joint.
What are the functions of the muscles and ligaments around the knee?
The muscles and ligaments around the knee provide stability, support, and movement to the joint. They help in bending and straightening the knee, as well as in stabilizing it during activities like walking, running, and jumping. Additionally, they protect the knee from injuries and provide strength for various movements.
