What is the Frontal Plane?The frontal plane divides the body into front and back halves, allowing for side-to-side movements. Unlike the sagittal plane (forward and backward movements) or the transverse plane (rotational movements), the frontal plane focuses on lateral motion. Movements such as side lunges, lateral raises, and side shuffles all occur in the frontal plane.

What is the Transverse Plane?The transverse plane divides the body into upper and lower halves, allowing for rotational and twisting movements. Unlike the sagittal (forward and backward) or frontal (side-to-side) planes, the transverse plane focuses on horizontal movements around the body's axis. Think of actions like swinging a golf club, throwing a ball, or rotating to pick up something from the floor—these are all transverse plane movements.

In April 2024, I went in for my annual physical. I brought up the same concern I usually do: my blood sugar seems to plummet about 1-2 hours after I eat, along with other frequent bouts of hypoglycemia. In the past, all my blood work had come back stellar, so I was shocked when this time it returned as pre-diabetic. As someone who has always been conscious of my health—working out regularly, eating well, and maintaining a fit lifestyle—this news felt like a betrayal. 

​In the face of a loved one's critical health event, our expected emotional responses are often those of concern, compassion, and an unwavering support. However, for individuals grappling with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD), the emotional landscape can be markedly different and more turbulent. A recent situation involving my husband's life-threatening health scare has shed light on the less understood aspects of C-PTSD, particularly the emergence of anger and aggression instead of the anticipated empathy and tears.