How does Mortons neuroma develop?
When pressure, injury or irritation is applied to the digital nerves that lead to the toes, ligaments and tendons are weakened. The foot responds to the trauma with a growth of thickened nerve tissue, or a neuroma. A Morton’s neuroma can result from wearing poorly fitted or high-heeled shoes that compress and put pressure on the feet, as well as very athletic and high-impact activities that traumatize the feet. It can also be due to poor foot mechanics. What are the symptoms of Morton’s neuroma? Morton’s neuroma involves sensations of pain, tingling or numbness, such as in the ball of the foot, which may radiate through to the toes. Some people also experience numbness in the toes. Pain intensifies during the course of the day and after standing, walking or otherwise putting pressure on the feet. The pain and discomfort increases with poorly fitting or narrow shoes, as well as with high-impact foot activity. Conventional medical treatments may help relieve the symptoms of Morton’s neur
