verb
- extending a joint or limb beyond its normal range of motion
Usage: medical; sports
Examples
- The gymnast injured her elbow by hyperextending it during the routine.
- Be careful not to hyperextend your knee when doing lunges.
- The physical therapist warned against hyperextending the wrist while typing.
- He was hyperextending his back trying to reach the high shelf.
- The yoga instructor reminded students to avoid hyperextending their joints.
- She felt pain after hyperextending her finger while playing basketball.