Distal/Proximal...so confused!

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I need help! I am taking my first A&P class and for some reason...I cannot grasp the directional concepts of distal and proximal! Why am I so confused?

How is the hip proximal to the ankle? or proximal to the wrist?

Can someone please help me understand these 2 terms???

Thanks in advance for your help!

NOW that makes sense.... I didn't know if those term were referencing a general point of attachment (which would still be confusing), or if the TORSO is meant as a reference (with everything) when using the terms Proximal & Distal. Thanks for the clear reply!

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