What is Supination?  The soles of the feet. Article Details   •
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your Site/Blog   Supination is a term used to describe a type of
rotation involving the hand or the foot. When the term is
applied to the hand, it describes the movement of the arm and
hand that results in an upward-facing palm. When applied to the
foot, the term refers to movement that results in the upward
positioning of the sole of the foot. If the foot is supinated,
the outer edge of the sole is used to carry the weight of the
body.  Though the term supination can be used to refer to both
hands and feet, it is often discussed in terms of running and
walking. When running or walking, supination means the slight
rolling of the foot that results in a tread leaning toward the
outer edge of the foot. This movement can be beneficial,
creating a rigid surface from which