Recurring, stabbing heel pain is not something most patients want to experience, however if you or someone you know has a hard time standing, walking, or exercising it may be time to speak with a Podiatrist. A podiatrist will begin with providing less invasive, conservative treatment solutions to combat chronic heel pain, but if the heel pain doesn’t dissipate after 6 to 12 months surgery is the next best option. Heel pain surgery can come in two different forms; open surgery or endoscopic surgery. An open surgery typically requires patients to undergo twilight anesthesia while a 1 to 2 inch incision will be made to expose the plantar fasciitis. During an endoscopic surgery, a smaller incision will be created on the sides of the heel to allow for small instrumentation to access the plantar fascia. Each style of procedure has proven to be helpful, accurate, and beneficial for patients.