Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Minimally invasive Achilles tendonitis surgery refers to procedures performed through small portals or incisions rather than the traditional open approach — reducing trauma to surrounding soft tissue, lowering infection risk, and shortening recovery timelines significantly. Common minimally invasive procedures for Achilles tendonitis include ultrasound-guided percutaneous tenotomy (TENEX or similar), endoscopic debridement for insertional calcification removal, and mini-open tendon debridement with repair. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC surgical specialists use intraoperative ultrasound and endoscopic visualization to perform these procedures with precision — targeting diseased tissue specifically while preserving healthy tendon structure. Not every Achilles tendonitis case requires surgery, and we pursue conservative options exhaustively before recommending any operative intervention.
At Healthy Feet Podiatry, minimally invasive Achilles tendonitis procedures are typically performed under local anesthesia with light sedation in an outpatient surgical setting — meaning no hospital admission and same-day discharge. Ultrasound-guided TENEX procedure, for example, uses a small needle-tip probe to emulsify and remove degenerated tendon tissue through a 3mm incision, with most patients weight-bearing within days and returning to light activity within four to six weeks. Post-surgical rehabilitation is critical and structured — beginning with protected range of motion and progressing through progressive loading to full return to activity. Our NYC surgical team provides detailed pre- and post-operative protocols and coordinates directly with rehabilitation specialists to ensure your recovery is fully supported at every stage.
When Achilles tendonitis surgery becomes necessary, the surgeon’s experience with minimally invasive technique makes a significant difference in your outcome. Healthy Feet Podiatry’s NYC surgical team has performed hundreds of foot and ankle procedures, with a dedicated focus on minimally invasive approaches that protect surrounding tissue and accelerate recovery. Our Manhattan surgical facilities are fully equipped for outpatient podiatric surgery, and our care coordinators walk every patient through the process from pre-operative clearance to post-surgical physical therapy. If you’ve been suffering from chronic Achilles tendonitis that has not responded to months of conservative care, a consultation with Healthy Feet Podiatry’s surgical specialists is the next right step.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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