What is the term for the combination of movements that forms a cone around a stationary point?

The term for the combination of movements that forms a cone around a stationary point is circumduction. This movement involves the circular motion of a limb or body part, resulting in a conical shape as it rotates around a joint that remains fixed in place. During circumduction, the distal end of the limb moves in a circular manner while the proximal end stays still, allowing the body part to describe a conical path.

This movement is commonly observed at joints such as the shoulder and hip, where arms and legs can be swung in a circular pattern. Understanding circumduction is essential for comprehending how certain exercises and movements operate in a fitness context, especially in activities requiring full range of motion.

The other terms listed refer to specific types of movement, such as protraction (moving a body part forward), elevation (lifting a body part) and adduction (bringing a limb closer to the midline of the body), which do not involve the conical motion described by circumduction.