Peripheral
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Definition:
Away from the center. Refers to the areas
distal
to or away from the center of the body or body part. The hands are peripheral to the shoulder. The toes are peripheral to the knees.
Anatomical areas of the back that may be referred to in the symptom analysis section are labeled. There are three body views (front, back and side) that may be helpful if you are uncertain of a body area. Many areas are referred to by both descriptive and technical names. For example, the back of the knee is called the popliteal fossa. However, areas like the "flank" may not have both names, so the location may be unclear. These illustrations should clarify the position of those anatomical sites.
Anatomical areas on the front of the body that may be referred to in the symptom analysis section are labeled. These three body views (front, back and side) may be helpful if you are uncertain of a body area. Many areas are referred to by both descriptive and technical names. For example, the back of the knee is called the popliteal fossa. However, areas like the "flank" may not have both terms so the location may be unclear. These illustrations should clarify the position of those anatomical sites.
