Hyperextension of the knee joint overstretches the muscle, weakening it further.
From the telegraph.co.uk
It was diagnosed then as a hyperextension, until an MRI on Saturday showed the tear.
From the delawareonline.com
This prevents hyperextension and forms a hinge joint with the trochlea of the humerus.
From the en.wikipedia.org
They reduce the chance of hyperextension, and increase the agility and strength of the knee.
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Team physicians will perform arthroscopic surgery to remove debris caused by the hyperextension.
From the chron.com
We noted the clasping and hyperextension of hind limbs within 10-30 s of holding them by the tail.
From the nature.com
Without this, hyperextension of the neck and back can occur, creating the potential for serious problems.
From the denverpost.com
My dancers have to be very high on their legs, the pelvis lifted without any hyperextension in the back.
From the nytimes.com
The injury initially was diagnosed as a hyperextension, but an MRI test Tuesday revealed further damage.
From the courier-journal.com
More examples
Greater than normal extension
Extension is a movement of a joint that results in increased angle between two bones or body surfaces at a joint. Extension usually results in straightening of the bones or body surfaces involved. For example, extension is produced by extending the flexed (bent) elbow. ...
A hyperextension is an exercise that works the lower back as well as the mid and upper back, specifically the erector spinae.
The extension of a joint beyond its normal range; the condition of being hyperextended
Extending the extremity beyond anatomical position.
There are joints that, when struck, can be hyper-extended and even completely torn apart. This is a technique which can cause permanent damage and disfiguration to one's opponent, usually focusing on the elbow and the knee. ...
Extension of a limb or body part beyond the normal limit.
Movement of the spine or the extremities going farther back than the norm. Frequently used to describe whiplash injuries, when the head is thrown back with the chin up.
Continuation of the movement of extensions past the neutral position.