Podiatrists - Englewood
363 Grand Avenue
Englewood NJ, 07631
201-568-6977
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A neuroma is a painful growth of nerve tissue in the foot-most often between the third and fourth toe bones. It forms when bones in the feet press together and irritate a nerve. This may be caused by wearing tight or poorly fitting shoes, or by repeated stress on the foot. Neuromas often form in women who wear high heels frequently. Injury or a foot deformity can also cause a neuroma. As a neuroma gets worse, it can cause a lot of pain and keep you from activities you enjoy. Fortunately, there are many treatments that provide relief.
Symptoms
Symptoms of a neuroma often start slowly. As the nerve irritation gets worse, you may feel:
Treating Neuromas
Your doctor will talk with you about possible treatments. In most cases, painful symptoms can be reduced without surgery. For severe problems, your doctor may recommend treating the nerve directly. Left untreated, neuromas often get worse.
Reducing Symptoms
The following treatments may be used to reduce painful symptoms.
Your evaluation
To learn more about your foot problem, a podiatrist (specially trained foot doctor) will evaluate you. The evaluation includes questions about your health and a foot exam. You may also have tests to ensure your pain isn't caused by other problems.
Medical history and foot exam
Your doctor will ask about your symptoms and any history of foot or nerve problems. You'll then have a foot exam. During the exam, your doctor will gently press on different parts of your foot. This can help locate the source of your pain.
Diagnostic tests
Certain tests can help diagnose a neuroma. They also help rule out other problems, such as pain caused by a stress fracture. You may have one or more of the tests below:
Keeping feet healthy
After treatment, use the following tips to help keep your feet healthy: