Interventional Radiology (IR) offers minimally invasive, image-guided treatments for chronic plantar fasciitis that does not improve with rest, medication, or physiotherapy. This approach is similar to how IRCC Pakistan uses arterial embolization for joint and musculoskeletal pain, including Genicular Arterial Embolization for Knee Pain targeting abnormal blood vessels that drive chronic inflammation.
Plantar fasciitis is a common condition caused by inflammation of the plantar fascia, a thick band of tissue that runs along the bottom of the foot and supports the arch. It is one of the most frequent causes of heel pain, especially in adults who stand or walk for long hours. Patients with chronic musculoskeletal pain conditions such as plantar fasciitis or Tenosynovitis often find that conventional treatments provide only temporary relief, making minimally invasive IR-based options an important alternative.
If you are experiencing joint or tendon pain in multiple areas alongside heel pain, conditions such as Tenosynovitis or Genicular Arterial Embolization-treatable knee pain may also be present. Our team at IRCC Pakistan will evaluate your full clinical picture before recommending treatment.
Patients who have already tried conservative management without lasting relief similar to those seeking Radiofrequency Ablation of Osteoid Osteoma for bone pain or Peripheral Vascular Disease treatment for limb pain often find interventional radiology to be the missing solution. An evaluation with imaging helps determine the best treatment approach.
At IRCC Pakistan, our Interventional Radiology team provides safe, precise, and non-surgical treatment for plantar fasciitis using image-guided embolization. The procedure involves minimal discomfort, no surgical cuts, and a quick recovery helping you return to normal walking and daily activities as soon as possible. As a centre offering the full range of musculoskeletal and vascular interventional treatments, including Genicular Arterial Embolization, Tenosynovitis treatment, and Peripheral Vascular Disease management, IRCC Pakistan is equipped to address chronic pain conditions comprehensively.
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IR treats plantar fasciitis through a technique called embolization. Abnormal tiny blood vessels that develop around chronically inflamed tissue are blocked using image guidance, reducing the inflammation and nerve irritation that cause persistent heel pain without any surgical incision.
The procedure is performed under local anaesthesia. Patients may feel mild pressure during the procedure but it is generally well tolerated. Post-procedure discomfort is typically mild and short-lived.
The procedure usually takes 30 to 60 minutes and is performed on an outpatient basis, meaning you can go home the same day.
Most patients resume light daily activities within 1 to 3 days. Full recovery and pain relief may develop gradually over several weeks as the inflammation subsides.
Physiotherapy and steroid injections address symptoms temporarily but do not target the abnormal blood vessels that sustain chronic inflammation. IR embolization targets the root vascular cause, offering longer-lasting relief for patients who have not responded to conservative treatments.
Yes, the underlying principle is the same. Genicular Arterial Embolization uses the same embolization approach to treat chronic knee pain by reducing abnormal blood supply to inflamed joint tissue. Both procedures are performed by our Interventional Radiology team at IRCC Pakistan.
Recurrence is possible, especially if underlying causes such as prolonged standing, improper footwear, or weight are not addressed. Our team will guide you on lifestyle and footwear modifications alongside treatment.
Yes. IRCC Pakistan also treats Tenosynovitis inflammation of the tendon sheath and Osteoid Osteoma using Radiofrequency Ablation, making us a comprehensive centre for non-surgical musculoskeletal pain management.
Contact IRCC Pakistan via phone or the online booking form on our website. Our team will arrange an imaging evaluation and clinical assessment to confirm your eligibility for plantar fasciitis embolization treatment.
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