BLOCK OF THE SCIATIC-NERVE IN THE POPLITE AL FOSSA

A technique of sciatic nerve block in the popliteal fossa, for operati ons on the foot and the ankle is described. It is obtained in the pati ent in prone position with a 12 cm long and insulated 22 G needle, con nected to a nerve stimulator. The latter increases the rate of success and acceptance by the patient. This technique was used in 1000 patien ts between 16 and 88 years of age without any significant complication .