noun
- the act or condition of extending a joint or limb beyond its normal range of motion
Usage: commonly used in anatomy, medicine, and sports contexts
Examples
- The athlete suffered a hyperextension of the knee during the fall.
- Hyperextension of the elbow can cause serious ligament damage.
- Yoga instructors warn students to avoid hyperextension of the spine.
- The gymnast's flexibility allowed for controlled hyperextension without injury.
- Hyperextension injuries are common in contact sports like football.
- Physical therapists work to prevent hyperextension through proper strengthening exercises.