Contralateral vs. Ipsilateral

Contralateral and Ipsilateral Definitions
Contralateral
Taking place or originating in a corresponding part on an opposite side.
Ipsilateral
Located on or affecting the same side of the body.
Contralateral
On the opposite side of the body.
Ipsilateral
On the same side of the body.
The stroke was characterised by ipsilateral paralysis.
Contralateral
(especially in plural) The opposite side of the body
Ipsilateral
On or relating to the same side (of the body)
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Contralateral
On or relating to the opposite side (of the body)