Identifying Types of Joints (Edexcel GCSE Physical Education): Quizzes
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At which of these locations would you find a hinge joint?
At which of these locations would you find a hinge joint?
Elbow
Which movements are allowed at a hinge joint?
Which movements are allowed at a hinge joint?
Flexion & extension only
Where in the body would you find a ball and socket joint?
Where in the body would you find a ball and socket joint?
Hip
How many different movements can a ball and socket joint perform?
How many different movements can a ball and socket joint perform?
6 movements
What is flexion?
What is flexion?
Bending movement
What is extension?
What is extension?
Straightening movement
What does abduction mean?
What does abduction mean?
Moving away from midline
What does adduction mean?
What does adduction mean?
Moving towards the midline
What is plantar flexion?
What is plantar flexion?
Pointing the toes downwards
What is dorsi flexion?
What is dorsi flexion?
Pointing the toes upwards