Directions

Superior

Toward the head or upper part of the body.

Inferior

Away from the head, or toward the lower part of the body.

Anterior

Toward the front of the body.

Posterior

Toward the back of the body.

Medial

Toward the midline of the body.

Lateral

Away from the midline of the body.

Proximal

Closer to the point of attachment or origin.

Distal

Further from the point of attachment or origin.

Superficial

Toward or at the body surface.

Deep

Away from the body surface, more internal.