What Is The Difference Between Flexion And Extension? [Solved]

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What Is The Difference Between Flexion And Extension? [Solved]

To flex is to decrease the angel between parts. Flexing your muscles usually results in bringing the bones attached closer together. For example, the spine is in flexion when we bend forwards. Extension is simply the opposite, increasing the angel between parts, e.g. bending backwards.

Flexion vs. Extension (EXPLAINED!)

Flexion and Extension

Flexion and Extension Anatomy: Shoulder, Hip, Forearm, Neck, Leg, Thumb, Wrist, Spine, Finger

Flexion and extension

Flexion vs Extension

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