Anatomical landmarks, back view
Anatomical landmarks, back view
Anatomical landmarks, front view
Anatomical landmarks, front view
Medial orientation
Medial orientation

Medial

Definition:
Toward the middle or center. The opposite of lateral. The great toe is medial to the 5th toe. The chest is medial to the arm.


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