Plantar fasciitis is a painful foot condition caused by strain and inflammation of the plantar fascia. This band of tissue supports the arch and connects the heel to the front of the foot. When the plantar fascia becomes damaged, ongoing heel pain may interfere with walking or standing. When pain continues for 12 months or more despite consistent medical treatment, surgery may be considered. A podiatrist may perform a plantar fasciotomy, which involves cutting part of the fascia to relieve tension. This procedure can be done in traditional open surgery or with a less invasive endoscopic method. Recovery generally begins with limited weight-bearing, with many people walking more comfortably within a few weeks and returning to full activity within two months. While surgery for plantar fasciitis is not needed in most cases, it may help reduce long-term pain and restore foot function when other options have failed. If you have foot pain from plantar fasciitis, it is suggested that you schedule an appointment with a podiatrist to determine whether surgery is an option.

Foot surgery is sometimes necessary to treat a foot ailment. To learn more, contact one of our podiatrists of Premier Ankle & Foot Specialists. Our doctors will assist you with all of your foot and ankle needs.

When Is Surgery Necessary?

Foot and ankle surgery is generally reserved for cases in which less invasive, conservative procedures have failed to alleviate the problem. Some of the cases in which surgery may be necessary include:

• Removing foot deformities like bunions and bone spurs
• Severe arthritis that has caused bone issues
• Cosmetic reconstruction

What Types of Surgery Are There?

The type of surgery you receive will depend on the nature of the problem you have. Some of the possible surgeries include:

• Bunionectomy for painful bunions
• Surgical fusion for realignment of bones
• Neuropathy decompression surgery to treat nerve damage

Benefits of Surgery

Although surgery is usually a last resort, it can provide more complete pain relief compared to non-surgical methods and may allow you to finally resume full activity.

Surgical techniques have also become increasingly sophisticated. Techniques like endoscopic surgery allow for smaller incisions and faster recovery times.

If you have any questions please feel free to contact our offices located in South York, West York, and East York, PA . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot and ankle needs.