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 authorsâEUR(TM) 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. Steven M. Raikin MD is Director Foot and Ankle Services Rothman Institute
and Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery Thomas Jefferson Medical College Philadelphia USA.
