{"id":1212,"date":"2019-12-17T22:18:19","date_gmt":"2019-12-17T22:18:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/?p=1212"},"modified":"2021-08-16T22:11:21","modified_gmt":"2021-08-16T22:11:21","slug":"what-is-a-mortons-neuroma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/what-is-a-mortons-neuroma\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a Morton\u2019s Neuroma?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>At Dr. Gary Evans, DPM, our goal is to provide our patients with top-notch care. One of the many services we provide is the care and treatment of Morton\u2019s Neuroma; a potentially painful condition affecting the ball of the foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, we\u2019re going to highlight this service, explain what Morton\u2019s Neuroma is, and tell you exactly how we diagnosis and treat it to get you back on your feet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Morton\u2019s Neuroma?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Morton\u2019s Neuroma is a common, painful condition that affects the ball of the foot. Are you experiencing pain between your third and fourth toes? This could be a sign of Morton\u2019s Neuroma. Those who suffer from this condition commonly compare it to the feeling of having a small pebble in their shoe.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essentially, this condition involves a thickening of the tissue that surrounds the nerves leading to the toes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Potential Symptoms Linked to Morton\u2019s Neuroma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms can vary from extreme to hardly noticeable, but the most commonly reported are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Feeling like you\u2019re standing on a pebble in your shoe<\/li><li>Feeling as if you\u2019re standing on a small fold in your sock<\/li><li>A burning sensation that radiates from the ball of the foot into the toes<\/li><li>Numbness or tingling sensation in the feet<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you experience any of these feelings for more than a few days, you should schedule an appointment with your podiatrist to discuss the best treatment plan. Letting the symptoms go for too long can result in a more rigorous treatment plan in the long run.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Likely Causes of Morton\u2019s Neuroma<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The cause of Morton\u2019s Neuroma is most commonly linked to irritation or trauma in the nerves leading to the toes. Other causes may include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Poorly fitting shoes that lead to improper weight distribution or squeeze the toes together<\/li><li>High heels<\/li><li>Biomechanical deformities&nbsp;<\/li><li>Excessive stress on the feet<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Diagnosis and Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first step in diagnosing Morton\u2019s Neuroma is to <a href=\"https:\/\/drgaryevans.com\/location\/\">schedule an appointment <\/a>with a qualified podiatrist.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The podiatrist will do a physical exam, feeling around the feet for a mass or tender spot. It\u2019s possible that there may be a clicking feeling between the bones of the foot as well. Ultrasounds, x-rays, or other imaging tests may be ordered to rule out other causes of pain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your podiatrist determines the cause of your pain and symptoms is Morton\u2019s Neuroma, a fairly non-invasive approach to treatment is favored, depending on the severity of the condition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your podiatrist may recommend the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Physical therapy<\/li><li>Custom shoe inserts<\/li><li>Changing up your footwear<\/li><li>Cortisone injections<\/li><li>Ice treatment<\/li><li>Rest and staying off of your feet<\/li><li>Anti-inflammatory injections<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the condition is more severe, or non-invasive treatment is not helping, the podiatrist may then move to the following treatment plans:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Decompression surgery<\/li><li>Removal of the nerve<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Let\u2019s Discuss Your Options&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The number one step you can take is seeking professional medical advice a podiatrist can give, and to not wait before the pain gets severe before scheduling your appointment. Waiting only prolongs treatment and feeling better,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Evans and Dr. Korponay and their staff are here for you. If you would like more information about a specific foot condition and the treatment options we offer, call our office today at our New York or Whitestone, NY office location. <br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>At Dr. Gary Evans, DPM, our goal is to provide our patients with top-notch care. One of the many services we provide is the care and treatment of Morton\u2019s Neuroma; a potentially painful condition affecting the ball of the foot. 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