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 Motion

# Reciprocation

## Definition

A drive mode that alternates between a larger counter-clockwise cutting angle and a smaller clockwise releasing angle. It reduces the risk of torsional failure and is used by single-file systems.

## Related File Systems

[WaveOne Gold](https://endo-guide.app/system/waveone-gold)[RECIPROC](https://endo-guide.app/system/reciproc)[Reciproc Blue](https://endo-guide.app/system/reciproc-blue)

## Clinical Guides

[Canal Preparation](https://endo-guide.app/canal-preparation)

## Related Terms

[Adaptive Motion](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/adaptive-motion)[Hybrid Motion](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/hybrid-motion)[Continuous Rotation](https://endo-guide.app/glossary/continuous-rotation)

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