Neuromas (Morton’s Neuroma)

What is Neuromas (Morton’s Neuroma)?

Understanding the condition

Morton’s neuroma, also known as a foot neuroma or neuroma of the foot, is a painful condition that affects the ball of the foot, most commonly between the third and fourth toes. It develops when the tissue surrounding a nerve thickens because of nerve compression in the foot, leading to irritation and inflammation.

This can cause ball of foot pain, burning foot pain, pain between the toes, tingling toes, or numb toes, often creating the sensation of a small pebble or lump inside the shoe. Although benign, Morton’s neuroma can lead to forefoot pain, walking pain, and reduced mobility if left untreated. Early Morton’s neuroma treatment can help relieve symptoms and prevent the condition from progressing.

When to suspect Neuromas?

Signs & Symptoms

Sharp or burning pain in the ball of the foot

Tingling or numbness between the toes

Feeling of a lump under the forefoot when walking

How We Diagnose Neuromas

Diagnosis begins with a clinical examination to identify pain location and nerve tenderness.
Dr. Malek Abu-Al-Nadi may perform gentle pressure tests to reproduce symptoms and evaluate the affected nerve.
Ultrasound or MRI imaging is often used to confirm nerve thickening and rule out other causes of forefoot pain.
This approach ensures an accurate diagnosis and an effective, personalized treatment plan.

How is Neuromas treated?

How We Heal Neuromas

Switching to wider, supportive shoes to reduce toe compression
Custom orthotics to offload pressure from the affected nerve
Corticosteroid or alcohol injections to reduce inflammation and pain
Medications to relieve nerve discomfort
Physical therapy and padding techniques to improve comfort and foot mechanics

How is surgery performed?

If conservative care fails to relieve pain, surgical treatment may be necessary. Surgical options include: Neurectomy, the removal of the inflamed nerve tissue Ligament release, to reduce compression on the nerve and prevent recurrence

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