Master the key directional terms used in human anatomy to describe body locations and relationships. Perfect for students and anyone learning medical terminology.
posterior
Toward the back of the body.
distal
Farther from the origin of a body part or the point of attachment.
proximal
Closer to the origin of the body part or the point of attachment.
superior
Toward the head or upper part of a structure.
anterior
Toward the front of the body.
inferior
Away from the head; toward the lower part of a structure.
lateral
Away from the midline of the body.
medial
Toward the midline of the body.