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Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy
Published in: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy 5/2010

01-05-2010 | Ankle

Surgical anatomy of the midfoot

Authors: Christopher J. Pearce, James D. Calder

Published in: Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy | Issue 5/2010

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Abstract

The midfoot plays a vital role in the stability of the foot as a whole. Injuries to the midfoot may be subtle and can lead to significant long-term morbidity, especially where there is a delay in diagnosis and treatment. This article describes the anatomy of the midfoot that is relevant to surgical practice. It should provide the reader with an understanding of how the anatomy of the midfoot relates to its function as well as discussing the anatomical considerations of injuries and surgery in this area. Anatomical knowledge aids clinical practice in terms of the recognition of abnormalities and the guidance of treatment.
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Metadata
Title
Surgical anatomy of the midfoot
Authors
Christopher J. Pearce
James D. Calder
Publication date
01-05-2010
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
Knee Surgery, Sports Traumatology, Arthroscopy / Issue 5/2010
Print ISSN: 0942-2056
Electronic ISSN: 1433-7347
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00167-010-1101-9

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