5 days ago · Flexion and extension are the two primary directions in which the joints in the body move. These movements are important for everyday function, sports, and rehabilitation.

Dec 22, 2025 · Flexion and extension are movements that occur in the sagittal plane. They refer to increasing and decreasing the angle between two body parts: Flexion refers to a movement …

Jul 30, 2025 · Shoulder flexion involves moving the arm forward and upward, while shoulder extension is the opposite movement, bringing the arm backward, both occurring in the sagittal …

Jul 8, 2025 · Flexion of a joint usually involves drawing body parts closer, while extension of a joint involves moving body parts further away from each other.

Oct 8, 2025 · Flexion and extension are more than just vocabulary; they are essential indicators of neurological, musculoskeletal, and vascular health. Flexion decreases the angle; extension …

6 days ago · Shoulder Flexion vs. Extension Muscle Use The shoulder joint, a marvel of human anatomy, allows for an extraordinary range of motion, but this flexibility comes with a complex …

Shoulder Flexion: Lifting your arm up in front of you & up over your head. Shoulder Extension: Lifting your arm back, behind you. This seems a bit counterintuitive, but remember that flexion …

Aug 28, 2025 · Extension does the opposite. It opens the joint, increasing the angle between the bones. If flexion is pulling the scissors together, extension is spreading the blades apart. Angle …

Feb 27, 2024 · Extension is the opposite movement that increases the angle between body parts, moving them further away from each other. In short, flexion brings body parts closer together, …

Mar 2, 2023 · Strengthening the muscles that support the joint and improving range of motion can help to prevent common shoulder injuries, such as rotator cuff tears and shoulder …