What is a Foot Neuroma?
A neuroma is a disorganized growth of nerve cells at the site of a nerve injury. A neuroma occurs after a nerve is partially or completely disrupted by an injury — either due to a cut, a crush, or an excessive stretch.
At times, the patient will describe the pain as similar to having a stone in his or her shoe since the principal symptom associated with a neuroma is pain between the toes while walking. Those suffering from the condition often find relief by stopping their walk, taking off their shoe, and rubbing the affected area.
The vast majority of people who develop neuromas are women.
Symptoms of Neuromas
The symptoms of a neuroma includes pain in the forefoot and between the toes, tingling and numbness in the ball of the foot, swelling between the toes, and pain in the ball of the foot when weight is placed on it.
What Causes Foot Neuromas?
Although the exact cause for this condition is unclear, a number of factors can contribute to the formation of a neuroma:
Biomechanical deformities, such as a high-arched foot or a flat foot, can lead to the formation of a neuroma.
Trauma can cause damage to the nerve, resulting in inflammation or swelling of the nerve.
Improper footwear that causes the toes to be squeezed together is problematic.
Improper footwear that causes the toes to be squeezed together is problematic.
Visit Dr. Leonard Knudson - Podiatric Surgeon and Foot and Ankle Specialist in Culver City when you have felt the first sign of pain or discomfort. If left untreated, neuromas tend to get worse.
Schedule an appointment with Dr. J. Leonard Knudson - a Culver City Foot Doctor if you are experiencing foot neuroma symptoms such as:
Pain in the forefoot and between the toes, Tingling and numbness in the ball of the foot, Swelling between the toes, and Pain in the ball of the foot when weight is placed on it.
Dr. J. Leonard Knudson is a Foot and Ankle Surgeon located in Culver City and near West Los Angeles that is able to provide proper diagnosis and treatment for your foot neuroma.
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