Chapter14 Art of Arthrodesis in Foot and Ankle Arthrodesis is an art, let us live it! Principles of Arthrodesis The aims of arthrodesis are as follows: ♦ Creation of broad,…

Chapter15 Dealing with Tendo Achilles Problems! Tendo Achilles is the strongest tendon of body contributing significantly in gait cycle! Disorders of Tendo Achilles The following are the common disorders of…

Chapter8 Deformity Correction: Foot and Ankle Planning, persistence and passion are three pillars of foot and ankle deformity correction! This chapter describes the following commonly seen foot and ankle deformities…

Chapter12 Lucid Approach and Simplistic Management of Diabetic Foot India is the diabetic capital of the world! Alarming Facts about Diabetic Foot ♦ More than 135 million diabetics worldwide ♦…

Chapter9 Soft Tissues Are Equally Important! Bone and joints are the trees, but its roots lie in soft tissues! What Is Special about Soft Tissues in Foot and Ankle? Important…

Chapter4 In the Foot and Ankle Operation Theater Time taken in planning the operation is the time reduced in carrying the operation! Regional Anesthesia and Blocks Tips and Tricks ♦…

Chapter13 Common Foot and Ankle Infections: Diagnosis and Management Modern-day infections are different with respect to type of organisms, resistance pattern, pattern of presentations, and unique state of immune compromised…

Chapter10 Plantar Heel Pain Plantar heel pain is not the diagnosis! Clinician must aim to arrive at etiological diagnosis! Diagnosis of Plantar Heel Pain To arrive at a correct diagnosis,…

Chapter3 Rational Prescription of Foot and Ankle Orthotics Orthotic prescription mirrors expertise of a specialist! Orthotic prescription should have logic and rationale. Consideration of a few simple points will make…