Heel pain is a common foot problem that can be caused by abnormal sprains and strains of the plantar tissue of the foot (which runs along the bottom of the feet) or by a bony prominence on the heel. The most common symptom is pain the heel when applying pressure or when walking; even upon rising from bed. Conservative treatments consist of padding of the heel, steroid injections to the inflamed area, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medications, physical therapy and orthotics. However, if conservative therapy does not relieve your pain, there is a NEW surgical treatment that Dr. Amiri and Dr. Collis have successfully used to treat many patients. This new surgical treatment is called ENDOSCOPIC PLANTAR FASCIATOMY. This procedure is performed under local anesthesia. Two tiny ½ inch incisions are make on either sides of your heel, and endoscope video camera is used to visualize the plantar fascia (tissue), which is the source of the heel pain. The tissue is partially severed to relieve tightness and tension to YOUR HEEL THEREBY RELIEVING THE PAIN. Only one suture is used to close the incision site. Patients are walking immediately after surgery and often back to shoes within one week. Call our center for more information. There is a short video, which can be viewed on this very successful pain relieving procedure. Our friendly staff will be glad to help you with any questions you may have. 1-800-FOOT911