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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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