front 1 inferior | back 1 indicates a position lower than another structure. It is crucial for understanding the vertical relationships within the body. |
front 2 Anatomical positions | back 2 The standard position used in anatomy. The body is standing upright, facing forward, with arms at the sides and palms facing forward. This position provides a clear reference for describing locations of structures in the body. |
front 3 Superficial | back 3 Refers to structures closer to the surface of the body. Important for describing wounds or conditions affecting the body. |
front 4 Mid saggital plane | back 4 the plane that divides the body into equal left and right halves, running through the midline. It is essential for understanding symmetric structures in human anatomy. |
front 5 sagittal plane | back 5 a vertical plane that divides the body into left and right parts, If the division is equal, it is called the mid-sagittal plane. |
front 6 posterior | back 6 refers to positions situated toward the back of the body. It is essential for accurately describing anatomical relationships. |
front 7 Lateral | back 7 Referes to a position further from the midline. It is important in understanding arragements of structures within the body. |
front 8 Coronal Plane (frontal plane) | back 8 A vertical plane that divides the body into anterior (front) and posterior (back) parts. It is used to describe locations and movements concerning the front and back. |
front 9 body planes | back 9 imaginary lines that divide the body into sections. They help in understanding anatomy by providing a framework for locating structures and describing movements. |
front 10 superior | back 10 Refers to a structure that is higher than another structure in the body. It helps describe positions in relation to other anatomical landmarks. |
front 11 distal | back 11 Indicates a position further from the point of attachment. This term helps clarify anatomical descriptions in limbs. |
front 12 Deep | back 12 Describes positions further away from the body surface. Used to discuss layers of tissues or structures located inside the body. |
front 13 Medial | back 13 Indicates a position closer to the midline of the body. Useful for articulating the location of internal organs and their relations. |
front 14 Transverse plane (horizontal plane) | back 14 A horizontal plane that divides the body into superior (upper) and inferior (lower) parts. It is often used in imaging techniques to view the body in cross-section. |
front 15 proximal | back 15 Describes a position closer to the point of attachment of a limb or body part. It is vital for discussing structures in appendages. |
front 16 Anterior | back 16 Describes a position located toward the front of the body. It provides context for describing the locations of organs and structures. |