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Hyperextension

Description:

Hyperextension refers to the extension of a joint beyond its normal range of motion or beyond its anatomical position.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun
• Verb

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun: The act of hyperextending or the state of being hyperextended.

Example sentence: The gymnast's hyperextension resulted in an injury to her knee.

2. Noun: An excessive backward bending of the spine.

Example sentence: Yoga practitioners must be careful to avoid hyperextension of the spine during poses.

3. Verb: To extend a joint beyond its normal range of motion.

Example sentence: He hyperextended his elbow while attempting a difficult basketball shot.

4. Verb: To overstretch or strain a muscle or ligament.

Example sentence: It is important to warm up properly before exercising to avoid hyperextending your muscles.

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