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1      Chapter 1 – Kinesiology - Anatomical Reference Position


         Anatomical Directional Terminology





         BILATERAL




         Bilateral it refers to both sides of the body or two of something. Relating to the
         right and left sides of the body.



         Exp.: Bilateral ankle fractures would mean both ankles are fractured.









         UNILATERAL



         Unilateral refers to one side of the body



         Exp.: Unilateral paresis is hemiparesis.














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