Movements of the Hip, Knee, and Ankle Joints in Anatomy
The lower limb joints (hip, knee, ankle, and toes) permit defined categories of movement described by standard anatomical terminology, including flexion/extension, abduction/adduction, and medial/lateral rotation, with additional joint-specific terms such as dorsiflexion/plantarflexion and inversion/eversion at the ankle. These movement classifications describe the kinematic capabilities of each joint and are foundational terminology within musculoskeletal anatomy for characterizing joint function.
Movements of the Hip, Knee, and Ankle Joints in Anatomy
The lower limb joints (hip, knee, ankle, and toes) permit defined categories of movement described by standard anatomical terminology, including flexion/extension, abduction/adduction, and medial/lat…