Foot and Ankle Disorders

This comprehensive, contemporary referencefocuses on the diagnosis and treatment of foot and ankle disorders. It provides extensive information on the individual parts of the anatomy and the disorders and deformity that affect them. This valuable resource also covers a wide variety of the latestsurgical and non-surgical treatment options from amputations to arthroscopic surgery. Explains the basics of anatomy, gait, foot pressure, diagnostic equipment, prosthetics, orthotics, implants, and modified shoe-wear. Contains valuable content on the effects of diabetes, nerve dysfunction, neuromuscular disorders, trauma, arthritis, pediatric deformities, and athletic injuries. Covers a broad scope of alternative foot trauma treatments. Offers a unique sectionon revision foot and ankle surgery that provides valuable insight into complex reconstructive alternatives. Illustrates important basic anatomy and deformity correction concepts with clear, three-dimensional line drawings. Serves as a valuable resource of treatment algorithms.