Slight left lateral tilt

What does "Slight left lateral tilt" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

"Slight left lateral tilt" is a term used in medicine to describe a minor lean or shift to the left side. This could refer to a part of the body, such as the head or spine, that is not perfectly aligned and is slightly tilted towards the left. It's like when a picture hanging on the wall is not perfectly straight but is leaning a bit to one side. In this case, the lean or tilt is towards the left.

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