Fractures of the Foot and Ankle

A leading authority in the podiatry community delivers a first-class book on foot and ankle fractures. Over 500 illustrations demonstrate types of fractures, surgical approaches and operative techniques. Serves as a definitive reference on foot and ankle fractures and covers all common fractures as well as their variations. Provides comprehensive discussions of fracture fixation principles and techniques, complications of foot and ankle fractures, and much more! This is the first book of its kind to focus solely on fractures of the foot and ankle. Reviews both nonoperative and operative management of common and less common fractures of the foot and ankle. Includes comprehensive discussions of fracture fixation principles and techniques and complications of foot and ankle fractures. Covers mechanisms of injury, clinical findings, and general treatment considerations. Fractures of the foot and ankle in children and adolescents are covered in a separate chapter to address the many ways in which a child's foot and ankle must be managed differently from an adult foot and ankle. Over 1100 illustrations, including photos, radiographs, and line drawings, demonstrate types of fractures, surgical approaches, and operative techniques. Numerous boxes and tables highlight key information. Features more than 800 references to key literature on foot and ankle fractures and their management.