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Glossary Term

Ipsilateral

Ipsilateral is a term used in anatomy and physiology to describe movements or structures that occur on the same side of the body. For example, the erector spinae assists with ipsilateral rotation, toward the same side as the muscle.

Ipsilateral: Ipsilateral is a term used to describe movements or structures that occur on the same side of the body. For example, the erector spinae assists with ipsilateral rotation (rotation to the same side of the body).

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Synonyms

  1. Same-side
  2. Homolateral
  3. Unilateral

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