Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition that affects the ball of your foot, often feeling like there’s a pebble stuck in your shoe. It involves the thickening of tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes, usually between the third and fourth toes.
Causes of Morton’s Neuroma
- Footwear: High heels or tight shoes can compress the nerves in the foot, leading to irritation.
- Foot Deformities: Conditions like bunions, hammertoes, or flat feet can increase pressure on the nerves.
- Repetitive Activities: Sports that involve running or jumping can put stress on the nerves.
Symptoms
- Sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot.
- Tingling or numbness in the toes.
- Feeling like there’s something stuck underfoot.
Treatment Options
- Footwear Changes: Switching to low-heeled shoes with a wider toe box can help alleviate pressure on the affected nerve.
- Padding and Orthotics: Custom insoles can help reduce pressure on the neuroma.
- Medication: Anti-inflammatory medications or corticosteroid injections may provide relief.
- Surgery: In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the affected tissue or nerve.
If you think you may have Morton’s Neuroma, early treatment can prevent the condition from worsening. Call Bellagio Foot & Ankle at 480-717-5011 to schedule a consultation and get back to walking pain-free.
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Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition that affects the ball of your foot, often feeling like there’s a pebble stuck in your shoe. It involves the thickening of tissue around one of the nerves leading to the toes, usually between the third and fourth toes.
Causes of Morton’s Neuroma
- Footwear: High heels or tight shoes can compress the nerves in the foot, leading to irritation.
- Foot Deformities: Conditions like bunions, hammertoes, or flat feet can increase pressure on the nerves.
- Repetitive Activities: Sports that involve running or jumping can put stress on the nerves.
Symptoms
- Sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot.
- Tingling or numbness in the toes.
- Feeling like there’s something stuck underfoot.
Treatment Options
- Footwear Changes: Switching to low-heeled shoes with a wider toe box can help alleviate pressure on the affected nerve.
- Padding and Orthotics: Custom insoles can help reduce pressure on the neuroma.
- Medication: Anti-inflammatory medications or corticosteroid injections may provide relief.
- Surgery: In severe cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the affected tissue or nerve.
If you think you may have Morton’s Neuroma, early treatment can prevent the condition from worsening. Call Bellagio Foot & Ankle at 480-717-5011 to schedule a consultation and get back to walking pain-free.