Glossary

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  Abduction

  Updated 08.11.10
  To move away from the midline of the body.

• Add (Add to)

  Updated 08.11.10
  1) To increase in size or volume. 2) To include a feature or item.
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  Adduction

  Updated 08.11.10
  To move towards the midline of the body.

• Adjust

  Updated 08.11.10
  To change so as to match or fit.

• Alignment

  Updated 08.11.10
  The positional relationship of one object in relative to another object or to a straight line.

• Ankle (talocrural joint)

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  The joint between the bones of the lower leg (the tibia and fibula) and the foot (the talus).
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  Ankle Alignment

  Updated 08.11.10
  The alignment of the lower leg in relation to the foot (as viewed from the side) with the pivot point being the ankle joint.
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  Anterior

  Updated 08.11.10
  Term used to denote position on or towards the front surface of the body.

• Apex

  Updated 08.11.10
  The highest point or peak of a shape or structure.

• Average

  Updated 08.11.10
  A typical or usual level, degree, or kind.