Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achilles Tendon Disorders in Clinical Practice - by Nicola Maffuli & Mark Easley (Paperback)

About the Book

This book will serve as an excellent pocket reference when repairing disorders of the Achilles and aimed general orthopedic surgeons and specialist who require a useful easy reference for these procedures.

Book Synopsis

​Minimally Invasive Surgery for the achilles tendon represents a novel approach to treatment of orthopedic problems in the Achilles tendon. The gradual change of philosophy in the management of ankle surgery means that patients require a less invasive approach to surgery and a consequent improvement in recovery time. Describing the techniques and, importantly, the indications for minimally invasive procedures for the management of achilles tendon ailments, this book explains the management of various conditions and how they can be approached using minimally invasive techniques.This handbook provides an instant reference source for specialists and trainees alike, for those needing a 'to the point' companion when performing when treating disorders of the achilles tendon.​

From the Back Cover

Minimally Invasive Surgery for Achilles Tendon Disorders in Clinical Practice is a collection of procedures presented by experts and pioneers in foot and ankle surgery who share an interest in developing less invasive methods of treating disorders of the foot and ankle. The rate of complications of traditional surgery is extremely high: in the management of tendinopathy, traditional techniques result in 10% of patients experiencing a complication related to skin healing. It is therefore not surprising that less invasive techniques have been advocated.

This book will serve as an excellent pocket reference when repairing disorders of the Achilles and aimed general orthopedic surgeons and specialist who require a useful easy reference for these procedures.

Review Quotes

From the reviews:

"This concise booklet ... addresses a variation on the theme of minimally invasive alternatives to treat Achilles tendon problems in each of its seven chapters. ... The audience is clinicians, particularly surgeons who take care of patients with Achilles tendon disorders. Residents in training will also benefit by learning about all options for treatment for Achilles injuries ... . within the field of foot and ankle surgery and for surgeons who care for patients with Achilles tendon injuries, this is a must read." (Mark R. Hutchinson, Doody's Book Reviews, April, 2013)

About the Author

Nicola Maffulli MD, MS, PhD, FRCP, FRCS(Orth), FFSEM Centre Lead and Professor of Sports and Exercise Medicine Consultant Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgeon Queen Mary University of London Barts and The London School of Medicine and Dentistry William Harvey Research Institute Centre for Sports and Exercise Medicine Mile End Hospital 275 Bancroft Road London E1 4DG England