Surgical techniques

This operative manual contains arthroscopic and open procedures of the ankle and hindfoot. The procedures are divided in four categories. Detailed information guides orthopedic surgeons through each procedure by means of videos. For a quick reference there is a picture & text option for each procedure. The effectiveness of the techniques is supported by trials and publications.

Anterior Arthroscopy

Procedures include, access to the anterior ankle compartment and treatment of soft tissue and bony impingement, OCD, synovitis, loose bodies or ossicles, arthritis and chronic ankle instability.

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Hindfoot Arthroscopy

Procedures include access to the posterior ankle compartment, subtalar joint, FHL, deltoid ligament, tarsal tunnel, posterior ankle ligaments and os trigonum for treatment of posterior ankle impingement, OCD, arthrodesis and other conditions.

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Other Scopic Procedures

Tendoscopy can be performed for the treatment and diagnosis of pathologic conditions of the peroneal tendons, the posterior tibial tendon, and the Achilles tendon. Procedures include endoscopic calcaneoplasty and endoscopic FHL transfer.

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Open Procedures

Although arthroscopy has become the preferred technique to treat intra-articular pathology, several conditions can very well be performed by open surgery. These include treatment of Flatfoot, Cavusfoot, posttraumatic deformities, instability and arthrosis.

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Referrals on Surgical Techniques

"For my dear friend Niek van Dijk, the best ankle surgeon ever. Thank you for everything. Best wishes, C7 Ronaldo (Real Madrid)"

Christiano Ronaldo, Real Madrid

"Beste dr van Dijk, heel veel dank voor het ‘fixen’ van mijn enkel waardoor de EK toch werkelijkheid werd. Veel dank daarvoor, Ruud van Nistelrooy (Real Madrid, captain Dutch Team Euro 2008)"

Ruud van Nistelrooy, Real Madrid

"Thank 4 fixing my ankle. Robin van Persie (Arsenal) "

Robin van Persie, Arsenal

"To my big friend Niek van Dijk. Big hug. “I love U””. thank you. David Luiz (FC Chelsea)"

David Luiz, FC Chelsea

"Thanks for doing such a great job. Kieran Gibbs (Arsenal)"

Kieran Gibbs, Arsenal

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Münich

Smith & Nephew Academy Münich, 2 day EMEA hands-on Ankle Arthroscopy course. For more information and registration contact your local EMEA Smith & Nephew representative.

Athens

Athens Arthroscopy Masterclass including hands-on practice, live surgery and lectures. Registration is open.

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