Circumduction Movement: Hip, Shoulder, Thumb, Fingers, Wrist, Ankle, Toes, Head

RegisteredNurseRN
8 Apr 202102:25

Summary

TLDRIn this video, Ben from RegisteredNurseRN.com explains circumduction, an angular body movement combining flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction to create a circular or conical motion at joints like the shoulder, hip, wrist, and thumb. He demonstrates this movement with a mnemonic (FABIA) for remembering the sequence of movements. Circumduction is essential in assessing joint mobility and rehabilitation exercises, such as ankle circumduction after a sprain. The video encourages viewers to explore more anatomy lessons and offers a quiz for additional learning.

Takeaways

  • 🔄 Circumduction is an angular body movement that combines flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction to create a circular or conical motion at a joint.
  • 🌀 The word 'circumduction' shares its beginning with 'circle,' hinting at the circular movement involved in this motion.
  • 🦾 The movement is demonstrated at the shoulder joint, where flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction are combined to form a cone or circular motion.
  • 🐦 A mnemonic 'FABEA' can help remember the sequence of movements: Flexion, Abduction, Extension, and Adduction.
  • ♻️ Circumduction can occur in reverse order but the movements must alternate in a similar succession to maintain the circular motion.
  • 🤲 Circumduction can happen in various body joints, including the shoulder, hip, wrist, thumb, fingers, ankle, toes, and even the head.
  • 💪 This movement is essential for assessing joint mobility in patients, as used by nurses and healthcare professionals.
  • 🏃 Circumduction exercises can aid in strengthening or restoring joint mobility, such as ankle circumduction exercises post-sprain.
  • 🎥 The video is part of a broader anatomy playlist available on YouTube, with more free quizzes accessible on the website.
  • 📚 Healthcare professionals use circumduction in documentation and patient assessments, especially for joint health.

Q & A

  • What is circumduction in anatomy?

    -Circumduction is an angular body movement that combines four different motions: flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction to create a circular or conical movement at a joint.

  • How can the word 'circumduction' help to remember its meaning?

    -The word 'circumduction' starts with the same letters as the word 'circle,' indicating that the movement creates a circular or conical motion at a joint.

  • Which four movements are involved in circumduction?

    -The four movements involved in circumduction are flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction.

  • What is the mnemonic mentioned to remember the order of movements in circumduction?

    -The mnemonic is 'FABIA,' which stands for Flexion, Abduction, Extension, and Adduction.

  • Can circumduction be performed in reverse order?

    -Yes, circumduction can be performed in reverse order, but the movements must alternate in a similar succession to maintain the circular motion.

  • Which joints in the body can perform circumduction?

    -Circumduction can occur at joints that allow flexion, abduction, extension, and adduction. These joints include the shoulder, hip, wrist, hand, thumb, fingers, ankle, foot, toes, and even the head.

  • Why is circumduction important in healthcare settings?

    -Healthcare professionals, such as nurses, use circumduction to assess joint mobility and document patient conditions. Circumduction exercises can also help improve mobility and strengthen joints.

  • What is an example of a circumduction exercise used in rehabilitation?

    -An example of a circumduction exercise is ankle circumduction, which may be recommended to help with mobility and strength following an ankle sprain.

  • Why does the speaker perform circumduction in slow motion during the demonstration?

    -The speaker performs circumduction in slow motion to clearly show how the four individual movements combine to create the circular or conical motion.

  • What additional resources does the video offer for further learning?

    -The video offers a free quiz available on the registerednessrn.com website and recommends a playlist of anatomy videos available on YouTube.

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