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Lateral Flexion

Definition:

Lateral flexion refers to the bending or movement of a body part, particularly the neck or spine, away from the midline or towards the side.

Senses:

• Sense 1: (Anatomy) The sideways bending of the neck or spine.
• Sense 2: (Physical Therapy) A therapeutic exercise that involves bending the body or limbs sideways to improve flexibility and range of motion.

Examples:

Sense 1:

1. The lateral flexion of the gymnast's spine during her routine demonstrated her impressive flexibility.
2. Neck pain can often be alleviated through gentle lateral flexion exercises prescribed by a physiotherapist.

Sense 2:

1. The physical therapist instructed the patient to perform lateral flexion movements to stretch the muscles on the side of the body.
2. Incorporating lateral flexion exercises into your daily fitness routine can enhance your athletic performance.

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