Plantar Fasciotomy Treatment in Turkey
About Plantar Fasciotomy
Key Highlights
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Provides definitive relief from chronic heel pain when conservative treatments fail.Minimally invasive techniques (often endoscopic) lead to smaller incisions and less scarring.Performed by pediatric specialists who understand growing bones and anatomy.Aims to restore normal foot function and allow a return to sports and daily activities.Typically an outpatient procedure with a relatively short surgical time.
Who is this surgery for?
- Severe, chronic plantar fasciitis in a child or adolescent lasting more than 6-12 months.
- Failure to respond to a comprehensive regimen of rest, ice, stretching, physical therapy, and orthotics.
- Pain that significantly limits walking, participation in sports, or daily activities.
- Presence of a heel spur causing persistent irritation, though the spur itself is rarely removed in children.
- Diagnosis confirmed by physical exam and sometimes imaging (X-ray, ultrasound) to rule out other causes.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough pre-operative evaluation, including medical history and physical exam.
- Stop certain medications (like NSAIDs or blood thinners) as advised by the surgeon.
- Arrange for transportation home after the outpatient procedure.
- Follow fasting instructions (typically no food or drink after midnight before surgery).
- Discuss the procedure, risks, and recovery plan in detail with the pediatric orthopedic surgeon and anesthesiologist.
Risks & possible complications
- Infection at the incision site.
- Bleeding or hematoma formation.
- Nerve injury leading to numbness, tingling, or loss of sensation.
- Incomplete relief of pain or recurrence of symptoms.
- Risks associated with anesthesia.
- Rare complications like arch strain or stress fracture.
- Potential for over-release of the fascia leading to arch collapse (very rare in pediatric cases).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Initial rest with the foot elevated to reduce swelling for the first 48-72 hours.
- Use of a post-operative shoe, boot, or crutches as directed to limit weight-bearing.
- Keep the surgical site clean and dry; follow specific wound care instructions.
- Manage pain with prescribed or recommended medications.
- Begin gentle stretching and physical therapy exercises as approved by the surgeon, typically after 1-2 weeks.
- Gradual return to normal footwear and activities over several weeks, with full recovery and return to sports often taking 2-3 months.
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Typical hospital stay:
0-1 days (Typically outpatient)
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Expected recovery time:
6-8 weeks for basic activities, 3-4 months for full sports
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering plantar fasciotomy in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with pediatric orthopedics departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
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The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for plantar fasciotomy compare across other countries where we have data.
| Country | Estimated cost range | Typical stay | Recovery time | View details |
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| India | USD 489 – USD 1,305 | 0-1 days (Typically outpatient) | ~ 6-8 weeks for basic activities, 3-4 months for full sports | Know More |
| Turkey | USD 3,624 – USD 9,663 | 0-1 days (Typically outpatient) | ~ 6-8 weeks for basic activities, 3-4 months for full sports | Know More |
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