Liigutamised

Liigutamised is an Estonian term referring to movements or motions. The word denotes the act of moving a body part, object or system from one position to another. It covers both voluntary movements produced by muscles and involuntary motions such as reflexes, tremors or physiological movements. In anatomical and clinical contexts, liigutamised are described in terms of joint angles, range of motion and coordination.

In human physiology and medicine, liigutamised describe how muscles and joints produce motion, including aspects such as range of motion, speed and smoothness of movement. They are central to motor control, rehabilitation and physical therapy, where specific movements or movement sequences are practiced to restore function or reduce impairment. In biomechanics and sports science, liigutamised are analyzed to understand movement patterns, efficiency and performance. In robotics and engineering, the concept can refer to sequences of actuation that produce trajectories for articulated mechanisms and robotic limbs.

Measurement and evaluation of liigutamised typically involve metrics such as range of motion, angular displacement, velocity and acceleration. Common methods include goniometry for joint ROM, motion capture systems for detailed kinematic analysis, and electromyography to relate muscle activity to movement.

Variations in liigutamised occur across individuals and activities; normal movements differ with age, fitness and task demands. Abnormal or unwanted liigutamised, such as tremor, dystonia or chorea, are described in clinical contexts as movement disorders and may require assessment or intervention.

Etymology: the term derives from the verb liigutama, meaning to move.