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Explore the unique and specialized terminology used to describe human limbs in this informative blog post. Whether you're a student, healthcare professional, or simply curious, discover the precise language that helps us understand anatomy better. Dive into the world of limb-specific terms and enhance your knowledge today!   SPECIAL TERMS USED FOR LIMBS                                                                            1. Proximal : Near the trunk. 2. Distal : Away from the trunk. 3. Radial : Towards the outer border of the upper limb. 4. Ulnar : Towards the inner border of the upper limb. 5. Tibial : Towards the inner border of the lower limb. 6. Fibular : Towards the outer border of the lower limb. 7. Preaxial border : The outer border of the upper limb and the inner border of t...

ANATOMICAL TERMS Terms used to describe the relationship between body parts and/ or structures relative to each other 1. Anterior : Towards the front aspect of the body.                                                              2. Posterior : Towards the back aspect of the body. 3. Superior : Towards the head. 4. Inferior : Towards the feet. 5. Central / Distal   : Towards the centre of the mass of the body. 6. Peripheral / Proximal : Away from the centre of the mass of the body. 7. Median : Along the midsagittal (median) plane. 8. Medial : Towards the median plane. 9. Lateral : Away from the median plane. 10. Intermediate : Between medial and lateral. To know more about Physio related doubts, notes, MCQs, Question papers,  follow our Physio Therapeedia Blog....☺👍👍