A concise, insightful guide to foot and ankle surgeries from master
orthopaedic foot and ankle surgeon Steven Raikin Foot and ankle
problems such as injuries, arthritis, congenital and acquired
deformities, tendenopathies, heel pain, and nerve damage account
for a large percentage of orthopaedic conditions. A better
understanding of the biomechanics of the foot and ankle and
improved outcome research have led to considerable advances in foot
surgery techniques, superior results, and improved functional
outcomes. Foot and Ankle Surgery: Tricks of the Trade by renowned
foot and ankle specialist Steven Raikin and experts from 12
countries, presents step-by-step guidance on the latest foot and
ankle surgery procedures. Each succinct, consistently organized
chapter takes the reader from patient assessment, diagnostic
evaluations and patient selection to surgical planning and
positioning, the procedure itself, how to handle complications,
postoperative management, and the authors' pearls and surgical
tips. The book is divided into forefoot, midfoot, hindfoot, nerve,
and ankle pathologies, encompassing commonly performed
reconstructive and traumatic procedures. Different techniques are
discussed for similar pathologies, such as open and arthroscopic
lateral ankle ligament reconstruction, and augmentation options
utilizing tendon allograft or an internal brace. Key Features
Discussion of six different total ankle replacement systems, many
written by designers of the systems themselves, affords unique
insights A full spectrum of techniques to correct plantar plate
tears, hallux valgus, tarsal tunnel syndrome, drop-foot, midfoot
arthritis and deformity, tibial tendon dysfunction, Achilles
rupture, osteochondral lesions of the talus, ankle fractures, and
more Tricks and pearls for optimizing procedural performance,
managing hazards and pitfalls, and preventing or resolving
intraoperative complications A mix of 500 high quality artist
illustrations and intraoperative photographs delineate anatomy and
procedures This highly practical book provides a robust teaching
tool for orthopaedic procedures of the foot and ankle. Orthopaedic
residents, foot and ankle surgeons, and podiatrists will benefit
from clinical pearls and tips from top experts who made major
significant contributions to this subspecialty.
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