what is arthrokinematics
Definition. Arthrokinematics refers to the movement of joint surfaces. The angular movement of bones in the human body occurs as a result of a combination of rolls, spins, and slides. 1  A roll is a rotary movement, one bone rolling on another. 2  A spin is a rotary movement, one body spinning on another. 3  A slide is a translatory movement, sliding of one joint surface over another.