I'm scheduled to have surgery for plantar fasciitis. I'm unsure if it's necessary and concerned about the recovery time. I've tried physical therapy, new shoes, orthotics, and cortisone shots, but still have pain after 6 months. The pain isn't severe enough to keep me from work but prevents exercise and causes hip pain. I'm scheduled for an endoscopic procedure with a small incision on the side of the heel and am worried about potential complications or if the surgery might not help. Should I reconsider having this done, especially since I recently gained weight after quitting smoking?

August 15th, 2023

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