What are the advantages of endoscopic plantar fasciotomy compared to conventional hospital heel surgery?
1) Endoscopic plantar fasciotomy uses specialized instruments, including a small scope and camera, so that the work can be done through two very small openings in the skin. Consequently, there is less soft tissue work and less post-operative discomfort. 2) The procedure can be performed painlessly, under local anaesthetic in the comfort of a podiatry office. You can read a magazine, listen to music or watch T.V. while the work is done. 3) Expensive hospital beds are not necessary. This results in substantial savings to the governmental and medical plans. 4) Most people can return to work sooner with this procedure compared to conventional surgery. How soon can I return to work following endoscopic plantar fasciotomy? If you sit most of the day at work, you may return within a week. If you stand all day, you need approximately four to six weeks. What other foot problems do you treat? In addition to heel and arch pain using endoscopic plantar fasciotomy, I treat bunions, hammertoes, corn
