What does adduction mean?
The act of drawing or bringing something towards the midline of the body, or the movement of a limb towards the midline of the body. In anatomy, the movement of a limb towards the midline of the body.
Example
"The physical therapist taught the patient how to perform the correct adduction movement to strengthen their shoulder muscles."
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