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Discover anatomical vulnerabilities and gain the advantage! Comprehensive Anatomy for Martial Arts is a deep dive into the anatomy and biomechanics of martial arts and combat sports. Written by Dr. Barry A. Broughton, this in-depth reference includes nearly 500 pages with more than 400 full-color images and illustrations demonstrating and describing relevant human anatomy and biomechanics.

It’s more than a basic anatomy book. Each chapter includes “Clinical Significance and Martial Arts Relevance” sections that

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