Plantar Fascia Release

A Plantar Fascia Release is a surgical procedure used to reduce chronic heel pain by releasing part (the medial band) of the plantar fascia tissue along the bottom of the foot. It is performed to decrease tension on the heel, improve comfort with walking, and support a gradual return to normal activity. In addition to wearing your post operative footwear for the next 3 weeks, we also require you to begin rehabilitation. Early rehabilitation will promote a fast recovery, prevent deficits in walking and strength, and decrease stiffness during the early post operative phase. Please see the key exercises we need you to perform below. Refer to the handout for specific repetitions and sets per day.