This book explores in a comprehensive manner the best current treatment options for sports injuries of the foot and ankle. Particular attention is devoted to advanced surgical techniques, with practical and clear explanation of every step of the described procedures. The coverage encompasses management of the full range of ligament, bone and joint, and tendon injuries, and a concluding section addresses special considerations such as outcome assessment and advances in rehabilitation techniques. 

Foot and ankle injuries are extremely common in athletes and may endanger their sporting activity. The approach to these injuries is constantly evolving with the aim of achieving the best possible functional restoration. In presenting a state of the art update covering all aspects of treatment, this book will be of value for established foot and ankle surgeons, fellows and residents in orthopaedics, and all those involved in sports medicine. The authors are leading internationalexperts renowned within their fields, and the book is published in collaboration with ISAKOS.

<p><b>Ligament Injuries: </b>Acute Ligamentous injuries in the ankle

Chronic Ankle Instability
Syndesmosis Injuries
Subtalar Joint Instability
Lisfranc Complex Injuries. <b>Bone and Joint Injuries: </b>Ankle Fractures
The role of arthroscopy in ankle fractures
Osteochondral Lesions of the Talus
Jones Fractures
Anterior Ankle Impingement Syndromes
Posterior Impingement and Os Trigonum
Arthritis of the Foot and Ankle
Hallux Rigidus
Hallux Valgus
Minimally Invasive Techniques to correct alignment
Advanced Techniques in Arthroscopy of the foot. <b>Tendons and Biology: </b>Achilles Ruptures
Peroneal Tendon Injuries
Insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
Non-insertional Achilles Tendinopathy
Biologics in the Foot and Ankle
Cartilage Techniques for osteochondral lesions of the talus. <b>Special Considerations: </b>Outcome
Outcomes Assessment for the Athlete
Advances in Rehabilitation Techniques
Footwear and Orthotics for the Athlete
Special Athlete Considerations.</p>