Morton’s Neuroma: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

If you’ve ever felt like there’s a pebble stuck in your shoe or experienced a burning pain in the ball of your foot, you might be dealing with Morton’s Neuroma. This common but often misunderstood condition can make walking uncomfortable and impact your daily activities.

Morton’s Neuroma is a thickening of the tissue around the nerves leading to your toes, most often between the third and fourth toes. This compression irritates the nerve, causing pain, tingling, or numbness. It is more common in women and often linked to wearing tight or high-heeled shoes that put pressure on the forefoot.

The exact cause of Morton’s Neuroma isn’t always clear, but factors like improper footwear, high-impact activities (such as running), and foot deformities (like bunions or flat feet) can contribute to its development. Symptoms include:

• Sharp, burning pain in the ball of the foot
• Tingling or numbness in the toes
• A sensation of something stuck under the foot

Managing Morton’s Neuroma starts with simple lifestyle changes, such as switching to well-cushioned, wide-toe box shoes and using custom orthotics for better support. In some cases, chiropodists may recommend anti-inflammatory medications, cortisone injections, or specialized foot exercises. If conservative treatments don’t work, advanced options like shockwave therapy or surgery may be considered.

If you’re experiencing foot pain, our team can assess your symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan to help you stay active and pain-free. Book an appointment today to take the first step toward comfort!