Surgical Treatment Surgery is occasionally needed if the condition does not respond to non surgical care. This procedure is not as successful as many other orthopedic surgeries and is not recommended until an adequate non surgical treatment program has been completed. The surgery involves release of a portion of the involved tendon's bony attachment. This decreases tension on the tendon and allows an improved blood supply to the tissue as part of the healing process. Following surgery, continuation of the stretching and strengthening program is helpful in the prevention of recurrent problems.
Recovery normally takes six weeks to four months.
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