II. Indications
- Anesthesia of the common peroneal nerve and tibial nerve
III. Precautions
- Avoid injecting directly into nerves
IV. Preparation
- Needle: 22 to 25 gauge, 3.5 inch long
- Skin preparation (e.g. Hibiclens or Betadine)
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Anesthetic
- See Regional Anesthesia for Anesthetic options
- Local Anesthetic 2-5 ml (Ultrasound) or 5-10 ml (landmark)
V. Technique: Ultrasound Guided
- Images
- Position
- Prone position
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Ultrasound probe
- Linear probe transverse at posterior thigh, 5 cm above femoral condyles
- Landmarks
- Popliteal Artery and Vein are medial to the nerve
- Injection
- Insert needle inline with Ultrasound pobe from medial approach
