title: Kinematics of the lower extremity.
abstract: Range of motion of the lower extremity joints from the hip to the digits will be discussed including both active and passive axis of motion and their planes of motion. The author believes that the interpretation of these ranges of motion is essential in order to properly diagnose and to execute a treatment plan.
authors.affiliation: Division of Orthopedic Sciences, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York.
authors.forename: D R
authors.initials: DR
authors.lastname: David
mesh_terms: D000843:Ankle Joint / Q000502:physiology; D001696:Biomechanical Phenomena; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans; D007596:Joints / Q000502:physiology*; D007719:Knee Joint / Q000502:physiology; D007866:Leg / Q000502:physiology*; D009068:Movement; D013640:Tarsal Joints / Q000502:physiology