Neuromas (Morton's Neuroma)
Burning Pain or Tingling in the Front of Your Foot?
A neuroma is irritation and thickening of tissue surrounding a nerve in the foot.
The most common type is Morton’s Neuroma, which typically develops between the third and fourth toes and can create discomfort during walking, exercise and wearing certain footwear.
Many people describe it as feeling like they are walking on a pebble, folded sock or small lump inside the shoe.
At Podiatry Medics, we focus on reducing pressure on the affected nerve, improving foot function and helping you return to comfortable movement.
What Causes Neuromas?
Neuromas may develop due to:
- Repetitive pressure through the forefoot
- Tight or narrow footwear
- High heels
- Flat feet or altered foot mechanics
- Bunions or forefoot crowding
- Running and high impact activities
- Increased load through the ball of the foot
Common Symptoms
Symptoms can vary but commonly include:
- Burning pain in the ball of the foot
- Tingling or numbness into the toes
- Feeling like something is inside the shoe
- Sharp or shooting discomfort
- Symptoms worsening in tight footwear
- Pain with prolonged standing or walking
How Is a Neuroma Diagnosed?
At Podiatry Medics, assessment may include:
- Detailed symptom and footwear history
- Clinical examination
- Biomechanical and gait assessment
- Pressure assessment through the forefoot
- Imaging referral where clinically appropriate
Treatment Options
Treatment focuses on reducing irritation and unloading pressure from the nerve.
Treatment may include:
- Footwear modifications
- Custom orthotics where clinically appropriate
- Padding and pressure offloading
- Strapping techniques
- Activity modification
- K-Laser where appropriate
- Dry needling where clinically appropriate
- Referral for injection therapy if indicated
- Referral for surgical opinion in persistent cases
Preventing Neuroma Progression
You may help reduce recurrence by:
- Wearing shoes with adequate toe room
- Avoiding prolonged use of narrow footwear
- Supporting foot mechanics early
- Managing forefoot pressure
Why Choose Podiatry Medics?
At Podiatry Medics, our goal is to identify the cause of your nerve irritation and provide practical treatment options to help you move comfortably again.
No referral required.