Directional Terms

Superior: Refers to the position of body parts that are above or higher than others.

Inferior: Describes body parts that are below or lower in position.

Anterior: Indicates the front of the body.

Posterior: Refers to the back of the body.

Medial: Indicates a position towards the midline of the body.

Lateral: Describes a position away from the midline of the body.

Proximal: Refers to a part that is closer to the trunk or point of origin.

Distal: Describes a part that is farther from the trunk or point of origin.

Superficial: Refers to parts that are near the surface of the body.

Deep: Describes parts that are farther from the surface of the body.