I had a neuroma removed from my foot and now the pain has come back. Why did the pain come back?
Studies have shown that 75% of patients have a positive response to neuroma surgery, although many patients may still have some uncomfortable but tolerable lingering sensation. Other patients experience pain from the sensitive nerve endings or from the formation of a painful stump neuroma (recurrent neuroma). This is especially painful when weight bearing (standing, walking). Symptoms may be similar to that experienced prior to initial surgery. Treatment is initially conservative using various padding and injection techniques. You may also want to consider a full length orthotic, which can offer rearfoot control with a metatarsal pad (this pad sits just behind the ball of the foot and takes pressure off the nerve). Please refer to Foot.com for information on ready made Lynco orthotics or ask your physician about custom orthotics. Most importantly, if the problem continues, consult your foot doctor.
