What You Need To Know About Morton's Neuroma
We get a lot of question about what is Morton's neuroma, but it can be summed up by nerve compression. Morton’s neuroma pain is a result of nerve irritation or compression in the sole of the foot. The nerves to the toes run on the plantar (bottom-side) of the foot between the toes. These may be compressed by the adjacent bones or the ligament holding the bones together.
This ligament sits on top of the nerve and can compress the nerve and cause pain. This nerve pain is often felt between the toes but radiates into the toes of the feet, making it painful to walk, stand, or exercise.
The resulting pain or discomfort can vary from person to person, but some common symptoms include:
- Feeling as though there is a pebble or marble in your shoe
- A tingling or numbing sensation in the toes
- Burning or sharp pain in the affected area, between the toes or in the ball of the foot