Which specialist performs plantar fascia release?

Plantar fascia release, also called plantar fasciotomy, involves carefully releasing part of the tight tissue beneath the foot. A specialist first confirms that the heel pain is coming from the plantar fascia and considers other causes, such as nerve irritation or a stress injury. Surgery is generally discussed after an appropriate course of non-surgical care has not provided enough improvement. The operating specialist explains the technique, anaesthesia, wound care, and rehabilitation.

Record where the pain is felt, whether the first steps of the day are difficult, and which shoes or activities affect it. Bring details of stretching, footwear changes, injections, medicines, or physiotherapy already tried. Ask whether imaging or another examination is needed and what alternatives remain. Plan questions about weight-bearing, driving, work, and the support you may need after the operation.

Seek prompt medical assessment for a red, hot, rapidly swollen foot with fever, a new inability to bear weight after injury, spreading numbness, or a foot that becomes unusually cold or pale. Following surgery, report increasing wound pain, redness, drainage, fever, or calf swelling to the clinical team.

Ask how the diagnosis was confirmed, how much tissue would be released, what risks apply to your foot, and when stretching or walking can resume. Clarify the rehabilitation plan and how the surgeon will protect foot strength during healing.