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, tendinopathies, 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.