Inward
Inward
Inward (/ˈɪnwərd/) is an adjective and adverb in English language, primarily used in medical terminology to describe something that is situated on the inside or directed towards the inside.
Etymology
The term 'Inward' originates from the Old English 'inweard', which is a combination of 'in' (inside) and 'weard' (directed towards).
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, 'Inward' is often used to describe a condition, movement, or direction that is towards the inside of the body or towards a central part. For example, in the context of Orthopedics, an 'inward' rotation refers to the rotation of a limb or body part towards the center of the body. Similarly, in Neurology, 'inward' signals can refer to signals that are being sent towards the brain or spinal cord.
Related Terms
- Inward rotation: A movement in which a bone or limb pivots towards the center of the body.
- Inward deviation: A condition where the eyes deviate towards the nose.
- Inward signals: Signals that are being sent towards the brain or spinal cord.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Inward
- Wikipedia's article - Inward
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