Anatomical Direction Terms: A Glossary and Reference

In anatomy,  biomechanics,  kinesiology,  etc.,  anatomical direction terms are words like distal,  proximal,  lateral, and medial.

These terms are widespread many texts concerning anatomy,  human movement or athletic performance.  The following article provides an explanation for the many directional terms including definitions and examples:

Anatomical Direction Terms: A Glossary and Reference

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