Anatomy
Anatomy
Dorsiflexion
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Definition
Movement of the top of the foot toward the anterior tibia bone.
Detail
Dorsiflexion is movement of the top of the foot toward the anterior tibia bone. Dorsiflexion of the foot has a range of motion of 10 to 15 degrees. The ankle-joint movement diagram is attributed to Harter (1991).
Key facts
- Dorsiflexion = top of foot moves toward the anterior tibia.
- Dorsiflexion ROM of the foot: 10 to 15 degrees.
Connections
- Plantar Flexion — the opposite movement.
- Foot / Ankle Range of Motion — foot/ankle ROM values.
Sources
Historical reference · reference manual (page cited)
p.24p.144p.372p.504
Cited authorities in source: Harter (1991); Kennedy & Legel (1992).
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Atlas Connections
Foot / Ankle Range of MotionClosely related
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