You are assessing the range of motion of the ankle. Which of the following movements are appropriate to assess? Select all that apply.

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The ankle joint allows for several specific movements appropriate for assessment, including inversion (A), eversion (B), dorsiflexion (E), and plantar flexion (F). Flexion and extension are terms more commonly used for other joints and movements, such as the knee or elbow, and are not specifically used to describe ankle movements. Dorsiflexion and plantar flexion are the correct terms for what might be considered flexion and extension at the ankle.

You Are Assessing the Range of Motion of the Ankle