Banks and Laufman posterior approach to superomedial region of tibia. A, Incision extends transversely across popliteal fossa and then turns distally on medial side of calf. B, Skin and deep fascia have been incised and reflected. C, Broken line indicates incision to be made between popliteus and flexor digitorum longus. D, Popliteus and flexor digitorum longus have been elevated subperiosteally to expose tibia. SEE TECHNIQUE 1.36.