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Volar
Volar (pronounced: /ˈvoʊ.lɑːr/) is a term used in anatomy and medicine to refer to the palm or sole part of the body. It is derived from the Latin word "vola," which means "hollow of the hand."
Etymology
The term "volar" is derived from the Latin word "vola," which means "hollow of the hand." It is used in medical terminology to refer to the palm of the hand or the sole of the foot.
Related Terms
- Dorsal: The term dorsal is used to refer to the back or upper surface of an organism. It is the opposite of volar.
- Palmar: The term palmar is used to refer specifically to the palm of the hand. It is similar to volar but is more specific.
- Plantar: The term plantar is used to refer specifically to the sole of the foot. Like palmar, it is similar to volar but is more specific.
- Anterior: The term anterior is used to refer to the front of the body. It is often used interchangeably with volar, especially in reference to the hands and feet.
- Posterior: The term posterior is used to refer to the back of the body. It is often used interchangeably with dorsal, the opposite of volar.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Volar
- Wikipedia's article - Volar
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