Upper extremities refer to the parts of the body located above the waist, including the arms, hands, shoulders, and fingers. These body parts are important for activities such as reaching, grasping, and supporting objects.
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The arms are often referred to as upper limbs or upper extremities, while the legs are referred to as lower limbs or lower extremities.
The sequence in which growth starts at the center of the body and moves toward the extremities is referred to as proximodistal growth. This pattern is observed in the development of various body structures and organs during embryogenesis.
The modern name of Upper Volta is Burkina Faso.
Gravity affects the circulation of blood in your body by helping to return blood from your lower extremities back to your heart. When you stand upright, gravity pulls blood downwards, making it harder for your heart to pump blood against gravity. This can lead to higher blood pressure in your lower extremities and can contribute to conditions like varicose veins.
The arm specifically refers to the part of the upper limb between the shoulder and elbow joints. The upper limb includes the arm, forearm, wrist, and hand as a whole.