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hyperextension

/ˌhaɪ.pər.ɪkˈsten.ʃən/

Traduction: Nom désignant l'action ou l'état d'extension d'une articulation ou d'une partie du corps au-delà de son amplitude normale de mouvement.

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noun

/ˌhaɪ.pər.ɪkˈsten.ʃən/C1formalscientific
  • frNom désignant l'action ou l'état d'extension d'une articulation ou d'une partie du corps au-delà de son amplitude normale de mouvement.

A noun referring to the condition or action of extending a joint or body part beyond its normal range of motion.

  1. Excessive joint extensionC1formalmedical

    The movement of a joint beyond its normal range of motion, often causing strain or injury.

    frHyperextension articulaire

    • The athlete suffered a hyperextension of the knee during the game.
    • Hyperextension of the elbow can damage the ligaments.
    • Doctors warned against hyperextension exercises without proper supervision.

    Antonymesflexion

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