Morton’s Neuroma

What is Morton's Neuroma?

Morton’s Neuroma is a painful condition of the ball of the foot, especially when weight is placed on the foot. It’s symptoms include:

  • Stabbing or burning pain between the third and fourth toe.
  • Feels like you need to take off your shoe immediately for relief.
  • Feels like a pebble or sock wrinkle at the ball of foot.
  • Numbness or tingling into the third and forth toe, especially where the nerve ends.
  • Initially triggered by certain shoes.

What is a Neuroma?

A neuroma is a fibrous capsule that surrounds a nerve at a site of irritation. As the capsule enlarges it can compress the nerve and cause symptoms.

How do You Treat Morton's Neuroma?

If you are experiencing any of the symptoms listed above, please call the Ottawa Foot Clinic closest to you to book an appointment. An appointment with me will help relieve the pain associated with Morton’s neuroma and allow your nerve to heal. Until your appointment, consider the following self-care tips:

  • Take anti-inflammatory medications
  • Try ice massage
  • Change your footwear
  • Take a break and stay off your feet if possible

At our appointment, I will also:

  • Confirm the diagnosis of Morton’s Neuroma
  • Develop a treatment plan which may include proper footwear, cortisone injection and orthotic management.

When should I seek treatment for Morton’s Neuroma?

I treat Morton’s Neuroma often and, with early intervention I can resolve the symptoms and eliminate the need for surgery.

What is Neuroma Surgery?

Surgery involves cutting out a portion of your nerve, which eliminates the pain but also leaves the effected toes numb. Recovery from neurectomy surgery is generally quick and my patients are typically walking on the operated foot in a post-surgical show for 2 to 4 weeks. You should expect to be able to wear your regular shoes, depending on healing between 2 to 6 weeks after surgery.

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