Lateral popliteal block in foot and ankle surgery: Comparing ultrasound guidance to nerve stimulation. A prospective randomized trial

•Comparing lateral popliteal block using nerve stimulation versus ultrasound guidance.•Similar patient satisfaction for the lateral popliteal block using nerve stimulation and ultrasound guidance.•Faster performance time of nerve stimulation technique compared to the ultrasound guided technique.•No increased procedure related complications using nerve stimulation compared to ultrasound guidance.