Typically we do not perform surgery on both legs for any reason at the same time. A minimum of six weeks is typical, but more importantly healing and recovering from your first surgery is the goal.
What is the success rate for surgical treatment (faciotomy) of exertional compartment syndrome?
Typically 90 percent.
Is a recurrence common after surgery for exertional compartment syndrome?
Although it has been reported, it is not at all common.
What does the surgical procedure for exertional compartment syndrome involve?
A four to five centimeter incision is made on the outside of the lower leg. The facia (covering around the muscle) is identified and cleared of overlying tissue. A pair of scissors is then used to cut a slit in the fascia from the ankle up to the knee, allowing extra room for the muscle to expand.