Caudal

An anatomical direction; toward the tail, relative to humans this term is often used to refer to "in the direction of the tale (toward the feet)". Example, to release the trapezius muscle the therapist used a force directed caudally.

Related Terms

  • Cephalic
  • Anterior
  • Superior

Synonyms

  • Tailward
  • Posterior
  • Inferior
  • Caudal