Morton’s neuroma is a condition in which a nerve in the ball of your foot is compressed as surrounding tissues thicken due to injury. Typically the nerve between the third and fourth toes is affected. This can lead to symptoms such as burning pain, tingling, and numbness in the ball of the foot, as well as the strange sensation that you are walking with a pebble in your shoe. Treatments for Morton’s neuroma vary based on the severity of the symptoms. Conservative treatments like footwear modifications and over the counter pain medications are often effective. In cases where conservative treatments fail, steroid injections directly into the foot or decompression surgery may help. For more information about Morton’s neuroma please consult with a podiatrist.

Morton’s neuroma is a very uncomfortable condition to live with. If you think you have Morton’s neuroma, contact Dr. Nicholas Przystawski of Central Florida Foot Care, PA. Our doctor will attend to all of your foot care needs and answer any of your related questions.  

Morton’s Neuroma

Morton's neuroma is a painful foot condition that commonly affects the areas between the second and third or third and fourth toe, although other areas of the foot are also susceptible. Morton’s neuroma is caused by an inflamed nerve in the foot that is being squeezed and aggravated by surrounding bones.

What Increases the Chances of Having Morton’s Neuroma?

• Ill-fitting high heels or shoes that add pressure to the toe or foot
• Jogging, running or any sport that involves constant impact to the foot
• Flat feet, bunions, and any other foot deformities

Morton’s neuroma is a very treatable condition. Orthotics and shoe inserts can often be used to alleviate the pain on the forefront of the feet. In more severe cases, corticosteroids can also be prescribed. In order to figure out the best treatment for your neuroma, it’s recommended to seek the care of a podiatrist who can diagnose your condition and provide different treatment options.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact our office located in Leesburg, FL . We offer the newest diagnostic and treatment technologies for all your foot care needs.