planes of the body

Imaginary, two-dimensional surfaces used for anatomical description. The sagittal plane is a vertical plane that cuts the body into right and left halves. The coronal plane is a vertical plane that separates the front half of the body from the back. The transverse plane cuts the body horizontally at any level.

Collins Dictionary of Medicine © Robert M. Youngson 2004, 2005

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A posterior spinal fusion procedure was performed to create spinal balance in both the side and frontal planes of the body, which meant the patient's head would balance over the hips when viewed from the front and side.

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(An appendix offers a summary of anatomical terminology, such as planes of the body, how muscles are named, and terms that describe movement of joints.) Exercises that encompass both observation and action reinforce the principles discussed, and the summary for this section is an exercise for coordinated vocal production.

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* The use of a second color to distinguish important headings, central rays, anatomical structures and planes of the body. This assists the reader in quickly finding the information he or she needs.

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