A sound understanding of the structure and function of the human body in all of its intricacies is the foundation of a complete medical education. Now in its sixth edition, this classic work makes the task of mastering this vast body of information easier and less daunting with its many user-friendly features:

- Hundreds of outstanding full-color illustrations
- Clear organization according to anatomical system
- Abundant clinical notes
- Side-by-side images and explanatory text
- Helpful color-coding and consistent formatting throughout
- Useful references and suggestions for further reading
- Emphasizing clinical anatomy, the text integrates current information from an array of medical disciplines into the discussions of the locomotor system, including:
General anatomy
The systematic anatomy of the locomotor system
The topography of peripheral nerves and vessels in relation to the musculoskeletal system
Additional features:
Each section now features an overview of anatomical terms and their Latin equivalents
An index of proper names for the interested reader