Morton’s Neuroma: Treatment Options for Foot Pain
The foot consists of 28 bones, 33 joints, and more than 100 muscles in the foot. With such a complex structure, it is no wonder foot pain is so common.
Morton’s Neuroma is caused by a thickening of the tissue around one of the tissue around one of the nerves that leads out of your toes, it usually happens between the third and forth toes, and can sometimes feel like a pebble stuck in your sock.
Risk factors for the condition include having foot abnormalities like bunions, hammertoes, or arch problems. The condition can be exacerbated by wearing high heels, which can put extra pressure on your toes. Participation in high impact sports like running, which can cause repetitive trauma to your feet.
Treatment options for Morton’s Neuroma depends on the severity of your symptoms, however here are some options your doctor may suggest:
- Wearing shoes with a wider and deeper toe box
- Custom made orthotics
- Over the counter orthotics and/or metatarsal support
- Anti-inflammatory medications taken orally or injected into the area affected that blocks the nerve pain.
- Decompression surgery that relieves pressure by cutting and nearby strictures surgery to remove the nerve causing pain.