dorsiflexion
flexion toward the back.
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How to use dorsiflexion in a sentence
Finally, the calf muscles work to sustain an upright position while the feet are fixed in dorsiflexion within your ski boots.
This Après-Ski Sequence Is More Soothing than a Hot Toddy | cobrien | February 22, 2022 | Outside OnlineIf you are an intermediate skier who lacks dorsiflexion, you’ll likely be happier in a more upright boot.
First Time Getting Ski Boots Fitted? Keep These Tips in Mind. | jeremyr | February 8, 2022 | Outside OnlineSinuses form, and the whole foot becomes greatly swollen and distorted by flattening of the sole and dorsiflexion of the toes.
Manual of Surgery | Alexis Thomson and Alexander MilesThe limb is put up in a “cock-up” splint, with the hand in the attitude of marked dorsiflexion (Fig. 31).
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander MilesIt may be necessary to give an anæsthetic to obtain the necessary degree of dorsiflexion.
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander Miles
There is a good deal of pain, the grasping power of the hand is impaired, and dorsiflexion is considerably restricted.
Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities--Head--Neck. Sixth Edition. | Alexander Miles
British Dictionary definitions for dorsiflexion
/ (ˌdɔːsɪˈflɛkʃən) /
med the bending back of a part, esp the hand or foot or their digits
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