noun
- plural of flexion; the action of bending a joint or limb
- plural of flexion; a bent position or condition of a body part
Usage: commonly used in anatomy and physiology
Usage: medical and anatomical contexts
Examples
- The physical therapist instructed the patient to perform arm flexions to strengthen the biceps.
- Knee flexions and extensions are essential movements in daily activities like walking and climbing stairs.
- The dancer demonstrated graceful flexions of her spine during the performance.
- Regular flexions of the wrist can help prevent stiffness in office workers.
- The doctor examined the patient's hip flexions to assess mobility after surgery.
- Muscle flexions require the contraction of specific muscle groups around the joint.