Plantar Fascia Release Surgery
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What is Plantar Fascia Release Surgery?
Plantar fascia release surgery is reserved for patients with chronic plantar fasciitis that fails to improve after 6-12 months of comprehensive conservative treatment. The procedure involves partially releasing the tight plantar fascia to reduce tension and relieve pain.
Surgery can be performed through a traditional open incision or using endoscopic (minimally invasive) techniques. At Mountain Spine & Orthopedics, our surgeons typically prefer minimally invasive approaches when appropriate, as they allow for faster recovery and less post-operative pain.
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What does Plantar Fascia Release Surgery look like?
- Surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure under regional or local anesthesia
- For endoscopic release, two small incisions allow insertion of a camera and cutting instrument
- For open release, a small incision is made on the side or bottom of the heel
- The medial portion of the plantar fascia is partially released (typically 30-50%)
- Any heel spurs may be removed if contributing to symptoms
- Careful partial release preserves foot arch stability while relieving tension
What Conditions does Plantar Fascia Release Surgery Help Ease?
Benefits of Plantar Fascia Release Surgery
- Definitive treatment for refractory plantar fasciitis
- Minimally invasive options for faster recovery
- Can address heel spurs simultaneously
- 70-90% success rate for pain relief
- Outpatient procedure with same-day discharge
What does post Plantar Fascia Release Surgery recovery look like?
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If conservative treatments have failed to relieve your plantar fasciitis after 6-12 months, schedule a surgical consultation to discuss whether plantar fascia release is right for you.
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Our board-certified specialists offer plantar fascia release surgery evaluation and treatment at locations across Florida, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. Schedule a consultation at a clinic near you.
