Percutaneous planter fasciitis release under local anesthesia: A prospective study

Area of Science:

• Orthopaedic Surgery
• Musculoskeletal Disorders

Background:

• Plantar fasciitis is a common cause of heel pain due to inflammation of the plantar fascia.
• Conservative treatments are often effective, but some cases require surgical intervention.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the outcomes of percutaneous plantar fascia release under local anesthesia for chronic plantar fasciitis.

Main Methods:

• A prospective study of 78 patients with chronic plantar fasciitis (6-12 months duration).
• All patients underwent percutaneous plantar fascia release under local anesthesia.
• Follow-up was conducted for one year post-surgery.

Main Results:

• Excellent or good results were reported in 94.87% (75/78) of patients.
• Pain relief was achieved by an average of eight weeks post-surgery.
• High patient satisfaction (94.87% full or partial) and no major complications were observed.

Conclusions:

• Percutaneous plantar fascia release is a safe and effective minimally invasive surgical option.
• The procedure can be performed in an outpatient setting with ease and speed.
• It offers a low-complication solution for chronic plantar fasciitis.