What are Neuromas?
This condition, commonly called a “Morton s Neuroma,” affects the area between the second, third, and fourth toes. It occurs when the outer coating of a nerve in the foot thickens. This thickening is usually caused by irritation that results when two bones repeatedly rub together (often due to ill-fitting shoes or abnormal bone movement). The pain may start gradually, causing burning, tingling, cramping, or numbness. Symptoms often occur after walking or standing for a period of time. Occasionally, patients feel as though they are “standing on a wad of sock.” Conservative treatments of neuromas include: padding of the foot to remove the pressure from the irritated area, oral anti-inflammatories, and steroid injections into the area of inflammation. Surgical excision of the neuroma may be implemented if conservative methods fail.
