Do I require surgery for peroneal tendonitis?

Also, the location of the injury on the peroneal tendon dictates surgery. If the injury is more in the ankle region, then more likely than not, surgery is inevitable, as that is the area of tension. If the tendon pain in more in the foot, then more conservative measures are needed, such as physical therapy. read more

Peroneal Tendon Rupture Surgery Recovery. Recovery after peroneal tendon repair surgery generally involves a period of immobilization. Small simple repairs may call for immediate walking in a removable boot whereas complex repairs may require a cast and crutches for 6 weeks. Physical therapy is commonly recommended as part of the after care. read more

The repair for subluxation usually involves the peroneal retinaculum, the lateral ankle ligaments, and possibly the peroneal tendons. A procedure to deepen the fibular groove is also performed in many cases. Patients have had excellent long-term functional outcomes with debridement and primary operative repair of peroneal tendon tears. read more