The “gold standard” textbook for the instruction of surface anatomy and palpation. Before you can assess or treat a muscle, you first must be able to locate it. This acclaimed book delivers beautifully illustrated information for learning the musculoskeletal system and palpation. It makes mastering the essential manual therapy skills interesting, memorable, and easier to understand. With 456 pages and 945 illustrations covering 162 muscles, 206 bones, 33 ligaments and 110 bony landmarks, this text provides a trustworthy map of the body. New for the 6th edition are: Updated full-color illustrations, pre-learning content, and additional chapter features. See how our latest updates will make it even easier for your students to sharpen their understanding of surface anatomy and gain confidence in their palpation skills.
Introduction—Tour Guide Tips
1 Navigating the Body
2 Shoulder & Arm
3 Forearm & Hand
4 Spine & Thorax
5 Head, Neck & Face
6 Pelvis & Thigh
7 Leg & Foot
Appendixes
Andrew Biel is author of the best-selling textbook Trail Guide to the Body and Trail Guide to Movement. He has served on the faculties of Boulder College of Massage Therapy and Seattle Massage School and has taught Cadaver Studies for Bodyworkers at Bastyr Naturopathic University. He lives outside of Port Townsend, Washington, with his family—Lyn, Grace, and Elias.