Protraction
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Protraction is the anatomical term of motion for anterior movement of the arms at the shoulders.
It is the opposite of retraction.
The major muscles involved include: [1][2]
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Amphiarthrosis - Symphysis - Gomphosis - Synovial joint (Hinge joint, Pivot joint, Condyloid joint, Saddle joint, Ball and socket joint, Gliding joint)
Kinesiology - Anatomical terms of motion - Agonist/Antagonist
Flexion/Extension - Adduction/Abduction - Internal rotation/External rotation - Supination/Pronation - Plantarflexion/Dorsiflexion - Eversion/Inversion - Elevation/Depression - Protraction/Retraction
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