eversion

(noun)

Tilting of the foot so the sole faces away from the midline.

Related Terms

  • pronation
  • supination
  • Eversion
  • inversion
  • plantarflexion
  • dorsiflexion
  • deltoid ligament
  • posterior talofibular ligament
  • tibialis anterior

(noun)

The condition of being turned outward.

Related Terms

  • pronation
  • supination
  • Eversion
  • inversion
  • plantarflexion
  • dorsiflexion
  • deltoid ligament
  • posterior talofibular ligament
  • tibialis anterior

Examples of eversion in the following topics:

  • Stability and Range of Motion at Synovial Joints

    • Certain joints exhibit special movements including elevation, depression, protraction, retraction, inversion, eversion, dorsiflexion, plantar flexion, supination, pronation, and opposition.
  • Shin Splint Syndrome

    • Exercises should focus on strengthening the tibialis anterior and other muscles controlling both inversion and eversion of the foot .
    • Exercises for shin splints should focus on strengthening the tibialis anterior and other muscles controlling both inversion and eversion of the foot.
  • Muscles that Cause Movement at the Ankle

    • The ankle joint is held in place by numerous strong ligaments that can be easily damaged when excessive force is placed on the ankle, particularly during strenuous inversion and eversion.
    • Two muscles found in the lateral compartment function to control eversion of the foot.
  • Dermatomes

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