plantarflexion

(noun)

The movement that increases the approximate 90 degree angle between the front part of the foot and the shin.

Related Terms

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

(noun)

Movement of the foot downwards away from the lower leg.

Related Terms

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

Examples of plantarflexion in the following topics:

  • Muscles that Cause Movement at the Ankle

    • Functionally, it acts as a hinge, allowing dorsiflexion (pulling the foot upwards towards the lower leg) and plantarflexion (pulling the foot downwards away from the lower leg).
    • Plantarflexion of the Foot (pulling the foot downwards away from the lower leg)
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