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Anatomic Locations
BCRPA Fitness Theory
10
Fitness
Not Applicable
03/04/2015

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Term
Superior
Definition
A position above a reference point.
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Inferior
Definition
Refers to a position below a reference point.
Term
Proximal
Definition
Refers to a position nearest the centre of the body or point of reference.
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Distal
Definition
Refers to a position away from the centre of the body or point of reference.
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Anterior
Definition
Refers to a position on or towards the front of the body.
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Posterior
Definition
Refers to a position on or toward the back of the body.
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Medial
Definition
Refers to a position relatively closer to the midline of the body.
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Lateral
Definition
Refers to a position relatively farther away from the midline or toward the outside of the body.
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Contralateral
Definition
Refers to a position on the opposite side of the body.
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Ipsilateral
Definition
Refers to a position on the same side of the body.
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