Trail Guide to the Body

Written by Andrew Biel, Trail Guide to the Body, 6th Edition, is a manual therapy textbook focused on surface anatomy and palpation skills. The volume provides systematic guidance for students entering allied health fields who need to locate and evaluate structures on the human form.

Instruction centers on practical exploration of the musculoskeletal system. The core content details manual location methods for 162 muscles, 206 bones, 33 ligaments, and 110 bony landmarks. Textual explanations guide readers through specific manual techniques required to distinguish individual anatomical boundaries.

To support hands-on learning, the volume features 945 illustrations that visually ground each palpation technique. This educational framework supports students preparing for clinical practice in athletic training, massage therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, and other healthcare disciplines.