Kinesiology for Manual Therapies introduces the philosophy of Dimensional Massage Therapy as well as Clinical Flexibility. . This text connects techniques to individual joints and body areas based on the structural foundation of the muscular skeletal system. Learning intensive guides help students develop palpation skills, understand anatomy from a functional stand point, and build a toolbox of techniques for individualized treatments. This text can be used in a multitude of manual therapies, from physical therapy, occupational therapy, athletic training to yoga and massage therapy. Nancy Dail , BA, LMT, NCBTMB is a co-author, with Timothy Agnew, and R. T. Floyd of McGraw-Hill's Kinesiology for Manual Therapies . She began her professional Massage Therapy career in 1974 in New Mexico combining her education in Acupuncture, Aikido, and Western Massage. After returning to Maine, Nancy built her massage therapy practice, became an EMT, served on the local ambulance service, and worked with two chiropractors in the mid-coast region. In 1980, she founded and developed the comprehensive COMTA accredited program at the Downeast School of Massage in Waldoboro. Timothy Agnew , BA, NCBTMB completed the ATC (Athletic Trainer Certified) course requirements under the guidance of Dr. Carl Cramer at Barry University in Miami, and finished the program at the University of South Florida. Upon completing his college track, he became a nationally certified massage therapist. He continued his studies in orthopedic rehabilitation, including symposiums with the Cleveland Clinic of Sports Health, focusing on upper and lower extremity dysfunctions.  R.T. Floyd is in his thirty-second year of providing athletic training services for the University of West Alabama. Currently, he serves as Director of Sports Medicine and Athletic Training for the UWA Athletic Training & Sports Medicine Center, Program Director for the CAAHEP accredited athletic training education program, and as Chair and professor in the Department of Physical Education and Athletic Training.