Finding Relief for Morton’s Neuroma

Morton’s neuroma can feel like you are walking on a marble, since it creates a pain concentrated in the ball of your foot. This pain is caused by the thickening of the tissue that is around the nerves leading to your toes. Morton’s neuroma typically develops between the third or fourth toes and is usually caused by irritation, trauma, or excessive pressure on the toes.

There are usually no visible signs of Morton’s neuroma on your foot. However, the ball of your foot may experience a burning pain that can radiate into your toes. This pain is oftentimes more severe when you are moving or wearing shoes.  

There are many nonsurgical options for treating Morton’s neuroma, such as:

• A corticosteroid injection: This injection can be used to help reduce the swelling and inflammation of the nerve.
• Custom shoe inserts: These can be used to help lift and separate the bones as well as reduce the pressure on your foot.
• Different shoes: Wearing more comfortable, roomy shoes will allow your foot to spread out, which can help reduce the pressure on your nerves and give your foot time to heal.

If these treatments do not show improvement, a specialty-trained foot surgeon may recommend surgery to remove a small portion of the nerve, which can help release the pressure in the foot.

For more information on Morton’s neuroma or if you are experiencing foot pain, request an appointment online with one of our foot specialists at Advanced Center for Orthopedics & Sports Medicine or call (270) 926-4100.