Anatomy

The Origin of a muscle is the attachment point where the muscle connects to a bone. When a muscle contracts,

Medial refers to a position or direction toward the midline or center of the body. It signifies a location closer

The Malleus is one of the three tiny bones located in the middle ear, collectively known as the ossicles, which

Lung Capacity is a term that encompasses four different measurements of volume, typically measured in liters. Total Lung Capacity: the

The Levator Veli Palatini lifts the soft palate (also known as velum) and pulls it slightly backward, closing the nasopharyngeal

The levator scapulae is a muscle in the neck and shoulder region. It originates from the upper cervical vertebrae and

The Levator Labii Superioris elevates the upper lip and is used for speech and facial expressions. Origin: medial infra-orbital margin.

Latissimi Dorsi, more commonly called “lats” are a large flat muscle on the back and sides that partially covers the

The Lateral Cricoarytenoid muscles (LCA) are intrinsic muscles of the larynx functioning with the oblique arytenoid muscles and the transverse

Lateral describes a position, direction, or structure that is situated away from the midline or the center of the body