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