Pronation of the Hand – Describes the position of the palm of the hand facing downwards

(Pronounced pro-nay-shuhn)

The term pronation is not usually examinable at 16, but is a useful term to remember.

To remember that pronation means palms down, use the following mnemonic:

The professional football team of this nation (pronation) form a circle and put their hands with palms down on top of each other to improve team spirit.

Pronation is when your palms face downwards.