Lower Extremity Nerve Blocks and Anatomy

This chapter explores various questions related to lower extremity nerve blocks and emphasizes the importance of anatomy knowledge in performing these procedures. It discusses the nerves involved in different types of surgeries, the use of nerve stimulators and ultrasound for nerve blocks, and the significance of blocking specific nerves for complete anesthesia. The chapter also covers the identification and correct identity of nerve branches during a popliteal approach for a sciatic nerve block.