Flexion Synonyms and Antonyms

flĕkshən
Act of bending a joint; especially a joint between the bones of a limb so that the angle between them is decreased
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. flexure
  2. flection
Antonyms:
  1. extension
Deviation from a straight or normal course
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. inflection
  2. flection

Words Related to Flexion

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Flexion Sentence Examples

  • This exercise involves the flexion and extension of the lower back.

  • In the post-polio population, hip and knee flexion contractures, as well as ankle plantarflexion deformity, are the most common to develop.

  • How do you manage someone with painful bilateral hips with 30 degrees fixed flexion deformity.

  • As mentioned earlier strong hip extensor support allows a forward trunk lean to minimize the loading response flexion torque at the knee.

  • The sky line radiograph taken at 30 degrees of knee flexion may show lateral tilt of the patella onto the lateral facet.

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