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Tarsal Tunnel Release

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 6, 2025.

Tarsal tunnel release is surgery to relieve pain and numbness from tarsal tunnel syndrome. The tarsal tunnel is between the bump on the inside of your ankle and ligaments stretched across your foot. Surgery takes pressure off a nerve in the tarsal tunnel.

Heel, toes, ankle

DISCHARGE INSTRUCTIONS:

Call your local emergency number (911 in the US) if:

Seek care immediately if:

Call your doctor if:

Medicines:

You may need any of the following:

Self-care:

Care for the surgery area:

Your healthcare provider will tell you when to remove the bandage after surgery. He or she will give you specific care instructions for your surgery area. The following are general guidelines to follow:

Follow up with your doctor or surgeon as directed:

You may need to return to have your surgery area or ankle checked. You may also need to have stitches removed. Write down your questions so you remember to ask them during your visits.

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