Answer: DORSIFLEXION
EXPLANATION:
There are about six classic movements of the foot. They include:
1. Dorsal flexion (dorsiflexion)
Flexion movement of the ankle that results in the top of the foot moving toward the anterior tibia in the sagittal plane.
This movement is achieved by the muscles in the anterior compartment of the leg.
2. Plantar flexion
Extension movement of the ankle that results in the foot and/or toes moving away from the body in the sagittal plane.
3. Eversion
Turning the sole of the foot outward or laterally in the frontal plane; abduction
Ex: weight on inner edge of foot.
4. Inversion
Turning the sole of the foot inward or medially in the frontal plane; adduction
Ex: weight on outer edge of foot.
5. Pronation
A position of the foot and ankle resulting form a combination of ankle dorsiflexion, subtalar eversion, and forefoot abduction (toe-out).
6. Supination
A position of the foot and ankle resulting from a combination of ankle plantar flexion, subtalar inversion, and forefoot adduction (toe-in).
