Plantar Fasciotomy in Windhoek

About this service

Plantar fasciotomy in Windhoek is a day-surgery procedure that releases part of the plantar fascia, the tight band of tissue along the sole of the foot, to relieve persistent heel pain. It is generally considered for chronic plantar fasciitis when rest, stretching, physiotherapy or other conservative treatments have not brought sufficient relief over several months.

By releasing tension in the fascia, the procedure aims to reduce pain and allow more comfortable walking and standing. Eastgate Clinic performs plantar fasciotomy in our on-site day theatre for patients whose heel pain has not settled with other care.

What to expect

• Your doctor will confirm the diagnosis and check that conservative treatment has been fully tried first
• The procedure is performed as day surgery, so you go home the same day
• Anaesthesia used depends on your case and will be discussed with you beforehand
• Some swelling and tenderness in the heel is normal for a period after surgery
• A gradual return to walking and normal footwear is guided by your doctor

Who is it for?

You may be advised to have this if you are dealing with:

• Persistent heel pain, especially with the first steps in the morning
• Chronic plantar fasciitis that has not improved with stretching or physiotherapy
• Heel pain that continues despite orthotics or supportive footwear
• Long-standing sole-of-foot pain affecting walking or standing
• Considering surgery after months of conservative heel pain treatment

Frequently asked questions