Complete the sentences to describe examples of joint movements. extension elevat

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Complete the sentences to describe examples of joint movements. extension elevation supination eversion pronation abduction flexion inversion adduction depression Straightening the elbow from a bent position is an example of ______. Lifting the mandible to close the mouth is an example of ______. Turning the ankle so that the sole of the foot points medially is called ______. Pivoting of the radius against the ulna turns the palm forward and/or upward. This movement is called ______. When doing jumping jacks, the feet are spread apart by _______.

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Answer:

1. Straightening the elbow from a bent position is an example of extension.

Explanation:

Extension is a movement that straightens a joint and generally returns a body part to its initial (zero position). Example: straightening the elbow, knee or wrist.

2. Lifting the mandible to close the mouth is an example of elevation.

Explanation:

Elevation is a movement that results in a part of the body being lifted upwards, such as lifting the scapula and lifting the mandible for closing the mouth.

3. Turning the ankle so that the sole of the foot points medially is called inversion.

Explanation:

Inversion refers to the movement which turns the foot internally and medially.

4. Pivoting of the radius against the ulna turns the palm forward and/or upward. This movement is called supination.

Explanation:

Supination is a specialized rotation of the forearm that results in the palm of the hand being turned forward (anteriorly).

5. When doing jumping jacks the feet are spread apart by abduction.

Explanation:

Abduction is the movement of body part/parts away from the main axis of the body, such as spreading the legs or fongers.

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