dorsiflexion

[ dawr-suh-flek-shuhn ]

noun

, Anatomy.

1. flexion toward the back.

dorsiflexion

/ ˌdɔːsɪˈflɛkʃən /

noun

1. med the bending back of a part, esp the hand or foot or their digits

Word History and Origins

Origin of dorsiflexion¹

1815–25; dorsiflex to bend backward ( dorsi- + flex ¹ ) + -ion

Example Sentences

Finally, the calf muscles work to sustain an upright position while the feet are fixed in dorsiflexion within your ski boots.

From Outside Online

If you are an intermediate skier who lacks dorsiflexion, you’ll likely be happier in a more upright boot.

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Sinuses form, and the whole foot becomes greatly swollen and distorted by flattening of the sole and dorsiflexion of the toes.

From Project Gutenberg

The limb is put up in a “cock-up” splint, with the hand in the attitude of marked dorsiflexion (Fig. 31).

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It may be necessary to give an anæsthetic to obtain the necessary degree of dorsiflexion.

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There is a good deal of pain, the grasping power of the hand is impaired, and dorsiflexion is considerably restricted.

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