This book was created to help massage therapists grow into effectiv� neuromuscular therapists and be able to specialize in working with individuals in chronic pain. Although it is meant to be a textbook for massage therapists, it may be useful for osteopaths, athletic trainers, physical therapists, and other health care providers. This text is devoted to providing a concise manual of neuromuscular therapy that contains the most relevant content from Travel! and Simons' Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction: T he Trigger Point Manual, volumes 1 and 2, in a highly structured, regionally organized, accessible, and user-friendly text for massage students. As so much of the information in these volumes is regarding medical treatment.