Stay off it completely for at least a month just ice it .I did that seven years ago and it stayed away for seven years.reagervated it and decided to get the surgery don’t do it.you will never be the same.bigest mistake of my life. In pane every day.not just my heal but the whole foot burning like it’s on 🔥 now on nerve medicine 😠

Like Sarah I have had success with the surgery. My surgeon was referred to me by another sports orthopedic surgeon.
Pain is very minimal after the surgery. Biggest complaint is not being able to put weight on my foot for 2-3 weeks. It’s inconvenient with work, showering, daily life activities…you definitely need some assistance. Knee scooter works well. I had a full release 5 days ago and at the point where I’m getting itchy to be back on two feet and then rehabbing to resume normal activities and sports. I’m a 54 year old active guy and my advice would be to not put off the surgery if your systems aren’t improving with non-operative treatments. I’m not sure I could be hopping around on one foot if I were 60 years old and having the surgery. I had a partial release when I was in my early 30s but developed scar tissue as I got older so that’s why decided on a full release at this point. I also have extremely high arches which contributed to my issue. First surgery relieved pain for over 20 years.

Hi has your pain now improved? I had the surgery a week ago, I was told I would be weight bearing on the day. The excruciating pain was horrendous for 4 days. Now it just hurts all the time and I cant move my little toe anymore. I’m hoping this is temporary and isn’t a really bad decision. Did you get your problem sorted? I’m a flight attendant and need to be on my feet for 12 + hrs a day.

If you can go to the orthopedic hospital that your local sports teams use and there is always the #1 hospital, The Mayo Clinic. They do have sites outside of Minnesota.

Don’t give up! You have to be your own advocate unfortunately. Maybe this doctor screwed up. Well it needs to be fixed! I would definitely see a foot/ankle specialist within your healthcare group and if he is not on your side about the surgery maybe not being done correctly or differently then go through another system. If I have any orthopedic issues at all I go to the same doctors that treat our major sports teams. I figure they must be good if they’re entrusted with pros care. I’ve had great surgical experiences just now thinking about the PF surgery. I’m scared of recovery too since I just had foot surgery in July to remove a broken and apparently unnecessary bone. I’m one to usually go for the treatment that just takes care of things instead of trying this and that.

Did you find a good kaiser doctor in the bay area? my doctors are horrible that Ive had. I’ve had pf for 2 years considering surgery..thanks

Did you find a good doctor?I’m in nor cal too.

Hey Beth, I’ve been dealing with severe PF for over 2 years now. It all started with a stress fracture in my right foot from standing in the same spot all day at my previous job. I was put in a boot, did PT, custom orthotics and I did all the at home remedies i could to even slightly relieve my pain but with no avail. I was put on pain meds and was sent to an orthopedic doctor who I’ve been seeing now for quite some time. I’ve had many tests and these were all my diagnosis; Severe PF, Achilles tendonitis, Neuropathy in both feet, a stress fracture that took almost a year to heal ( which I forgot to add I had to use a bone stimulator) bone spurs in both heels and fatty cysts on the sides of my feet caused from swelling. So needless to say I’m CONSTANTLY IN pain. So, I completely understand how you feel and the answer to your question is yes I have neuropathy as well. My first foot surgery is scheduled for July 12th of this year which is like a couple weeks away and I have to admit I’m kind of terrified. Some people say it’s the best decision they have ever made and others say it’s the worst. But I will say if it even gives me the slightest bit of relief I will be happy because I can literally cry over it. ( I have a super low pain tolerance though lol) I just wanted you to know you are not alone! I hope you get to feeling better! Feet pain is no joke!