Upward
Upward
Upward (/ˈʌpwərd/) is an English term used in various medical contexts to describe a direction or movement towards a higher place or position.
Etymology
The term "upward" originates from the Old English "upweard," which is a combination of "up" (in the direction of) and "-weard" (directed towards).
Pronunciation
The term is pronounced as "UP-werd."
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, "upward" is often used to describe the direction of movement or position of body parts or functions. For example, in the context of eye movement, "upward gaze" refers to the movement of the eyes in the direction above the horizontal plane. Similarly, "upward displacement" refers to the movement of a body part or organ from its normal position to a higher position.
Related Terms
- Upward gaze palsy: A condition characterized by the inability to move the eyes upward.
- Upward fixation of the patella: A condition where the kneecap is fixed in a higher than normal position.
- Upward displacement: The movement of a body part or organ from its normal position to a higher position.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Upward
- Wikipedia's article - Upward
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